Volt is immediately hiring for Software/Systems Engineer in Newport News, VA
Overview
The Software/Systems Engineer designs, develops, documents, tests, and debugs applications software and systems that incorporate logical and mathematical solutions. This role involves multidisciplinary collaboration with hardware and equipment engineers in the planning, design, development, and utilization of data processing systems for product and commercial software. The engineer identifies user needs, analyzes system capabilities, resolves issues related to program intent and output requirements, and prepares technical operating instructions. Responsibilities also include contributing to the development and maintenance of compilers, utility programs, and operating systems while ensuring adherence to applicable software standards.
Key Responsibilities
Software & Systems Development
- Design, develop, test, and debug software applications and supporting systems.
- Conduct research and collaborate with hardware or equipment engineering teams.
- Analyze system capabilities, define requirements, and recommend solutions.
- Prepare and maintain system documentation, specifications, and operating instructions.
- Ensure compliance with internal software standards and best practices.
Installation & Configuration
- Install, configure, and maintain operating systems,
- Monitor system performance and apply updates, patches, and upgrades.
- Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls.
- Maintain reliable and secure system operations.
Troubleshooting & Support
- Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to systems, networks, or software.
- Provide support to ensure continuous system operations, including participation in an on-call rotation if required.
Security Management
- Implement and follow security best practices for systems and networks.
- Maintain security configurations, including firewalls and access controls.
- Assist in developing safeguards to help protect systems and data.
Data & Backup Management
- Implement and manage backup and recovery solutions
- Support storage management and contribute to disaster recovery planning and execution.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience as a network or systems administrator.
- Knowledge of network infrastructure (Layer 2/Layer 3).
- Experience with Windows and enterprise Linux systems (e.g., Red Hat or comparable distributions).
- Experience working with virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware/vSphere).
- Familiarity with security accreditation processes (e.g., RMF or similar frameworks).
- Industry certifications such as CCNA or CCNP are beneficial but optional.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor s degree in a related field with 5 years of relevant experience; or a Master s degree with 3 years of experience; or a Ph.D. with no experience required.
Pay Rate:- $43.25 - $55.00.
*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.
Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.
Benefits: Volt offers benefits (based on eligibility) that include the following: health, dental, vision, term life, short term disability, AD&D, 401(k), Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please email or call . Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.
Volt does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. 1324b. The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.
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