Staff Software Engineer

Oceaneering Technologies (OTECH) develops, manufactures, and operates customized marine systems, shipboard equipment, subsea vehicles, and engineered solutions for commercial and U.S. military vessels.

Oceaneering Aerospace and Defense Technologies (AdTech) delivers solutions that enable humans to work safely and effectively in harsh environments - from underwater to the outer reaches of space. Our innovative solutions support the development and application of practical, cost-effective systems that meet our customers' challenges - from routine to extreme. Our experience and expertise across multiple industries uniquely positions us as a leader in the government, space, and maritime services markets. Our products and services meet the rigorous demands of the complex environments in which they operate, delivering results without compromising safety or reliability.

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

The Software Lead Engineer position serves as a vital member of the Oceaneering Technologies (OTECH) group. This position will functionally manage and lead small software teams responsible for a program or portfolio.
OTECH produces and maintains unique underwater systems - typically for US Navy and other US Government Department of Defense customers. Our projects are all one-of-a-kind. Projects range from quick burn to lifecycle management of fielded systems. This position would manage the execution of software efforts and deal with internal and external programmatic software related needs. The ideal candidate already has experience leading small robotic software teams on DoD programs.

• Apply working knowledge of the software lifecycle to follow required processes while leading and managing your software team.
• Actively interface with the electrical and mechanical leads, program management and external stakeholders to ensure project needs are met.
• Ensure project CDRL's are delivered and accepted by the customer. This includes requirements, design documentation, software safety testing, software qualification testing and software release artifacts.
• Understand program concept of operations and effects of engineering design choices.
• Respond to program management and customer requests and appropriately prioritize tasking.
• Draft statements of work and work estimates.
• Function as a software representative at customer meetings, including preparing and or presenting reports.
• Report on team progress while creating and executing plans to address emergent issues.
• Functionally manage and mentor your team of direct reports.
• Handle resource allocation needs for your program.
• Schedules can be demanding throughout the year and occasional work outside normal working hours should be anticipated.
  

ESSENTIAL:

• BS Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline. Commensurate experience will be considered.
• 10+ years of practical experience in software, including previous experience managing software teams or efforts.
• Experience with the following programming languages: C, C++ and/or C#.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft 365 environment.
• Solid written and oral communications skills, including ability to effectively document, convey, and present engineering concepts and products to team members and customers.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a United States Government Department of Defense Security Clearance.
• Must be a US citizen.

PREFERRED:

• Experience in the field of ocean engineering or fielded DoD products.
• Experience with Linux OS on single-board computer (SBC) systems.
• Experience with Qt or ROS.
• Experience creating and managing CI/CD pipelines using Github or Artifactory.
• Previous Control Account Management (CAM) and Earned Value Management System (EVMS) duties.

ADDITIONAL:

• Additional duties as assigned.
  

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program. Annualized Pay rate for this position : $145,000- $195,500.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity,national origin, veteran status,disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.

Regular full-time employees who apply will be considered along with external candidates. Employees with less than six months with their current position are not eligible to apply for job postings. Please discuss your interest in the position with your current manager/supervisor prior to submitting your completed application. It is highly recommended to apply through the PeopleSoft or Oceanet portals.