Principal Software Systems Engineer

1w1 week ago

Sierra Space

Louisville, US · Full-time · $170,000 – $230,000

About this role

At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth. The Principal Software Engineer role involves designing, developing, and testing software applications for space systems and technologies. This advanced position requires extensive expertise in multiple programming languages and advanced understanding of software development principles.

In this role, you will write clean, maintainable code adhering to best practices and coding standards. You will architect and implement complex software systems to meet project requirements. Utilize version control systems such as Git to manage code changes and collaborate effectively with team members.

You will participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to development standards. Troubleshoot and resolve software-related issues in a timely manner while documenting software configurations, processes, and procedures. Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration on boldest missions in space.

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other engineers, fostering collaboration and growth within the team. Stay current with industry trends and advancements in software development and space technologies. Together, we safeguard our nation and sustain human presence in space.

Requirements

Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +10 yrs experience)
Typically 12+ years of related experience
Extensive expertise in multiple programming languages and software development principles
Ability to design, architect, implement, and test complex software systems
Expert understanding of software engineering processes, advanced algorithmic knowledge, domain-specific design patterns, performance tuning, and system scalability
Mastery in writing scalable, optimized code

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and test software applications for space systems and technologies
Write clean, maintainable code that adheres to best practices and coding standards
Architect and implement complex software systems to meet project requirements
Collaborate with team members to understand project needs and contribute to effective software solutions
Utilize version control systems such as Git to manage code changes
Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to development standards
Troubleshoot and resolve software-related issues in a timely manner
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other engineers