Lead Software Engineer

Engineering & Science

Clearance Requirement: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance

Travel Requirements: Up to 10%

Location: Little Creek, VA

SUMMARY: WR has an opportunity for two Lead Software Engineers to support senior engineering staff in the research, development, design, and testing of software components for DoD navigation equipment and systems.

Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Independently formulate and design software systems using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcomes and consequences.
• Develop and direct software system testing procedures, programming, and documentation.
• Consult with clients to gather information about program needs, objectives, features, and input/output requirements.
• Collaborate with customers regarding software system maintenance.
• Analyze, define, and document requirements for data, workflows, logical processes, operating environments, system interfaces, checks and controls, and outputs.
• Evaluate feasibility, cost, time, and system compatibility with hardware and other software.
• Develop and maintain project plans outlining development steps and timelines.
• Research and evaluate software and hardware technologies for system integration or improvement.
• Train end users or technical support staff.
• Coordinate software installation and deployment.
• May evaluate the performance of junior staff or subordinates.
• May assist in the selection, training, and development of team members.
• May lead and direct tasks assigned to junior personnel.

Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related scientific discipline.
• Equivalent experience may be substituted in lieu of degree depending on domain experience and contractual requirements.
• 5-7 years of professional software development experience.
• Proficiency in one or more object-oriented programming (OOP) languages (e.g., Java, Python, C++).
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with database technologies, both relational (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB, Cosmos DB).
• Solid understanding of the full software development life cycle (SDLC) and experience working in an Agile environment.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, especially for complex technical issues.

The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate's suitability for the position.

Benefits Offered: WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement.

WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans' status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/ for more information.