Software Developer V

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

With limited direction, this position exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives for the review, research, design, development and/or modification of software applications for the video software team. This position will support and enhance video decoding/encoding/muxing and storage software applications across a wide range of customers. Guides the successful completion of a program(s) and may function in a project leadership role. Formulates plans, typically long-term, for application development and deployment as well as responsible for meeting software compliance standards. Evaluates integration of software applications within the overall customer computing environment. Responsible for planning/overseeing documentation, testing, maintenance, and software updates. Communicates with domain experts, users, and management throughout the software development lifecycle, represents the company as the prime technical contact on contracts and/or projects, and interacts with senior external personnel on significant technical matters requiring coordination between the organizations.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Determine technical objectives for user requirements and specifications and plan for software development within the broader organizational scope. Software development encompasses end-user, system level, and data management applications.
• Formulate plans and guides the development and implementation of software solutions including language, coding, platform, resource requirements, testing, and documentation.
• Plan and coordinate the maintenance of solutions, including debugging, maintenance, and updating to ensure viability in an evolving environment.
• Plan for future applications based on new developments in computer technology.
• May function in a leadership role for a project and/or program and provide direction and guidance to less experienced developers or team of developers.
• Represent the organization as a prime technical contact for the project and/or program with the software developer group, customer, and management. Assist in the development of additional sources of revenue.
• Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree, master's degree or PhD in computer science, information systems, or related discipline and progressive software development experience as follows; nine or more years of experience with a bachelor's degree, seven or more years of experience with a master's degree, or four or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Must have extensive expertise with software development concepts, principles, and theory and demonstrate extensive technical expertise and application of programming and analysis concepts. Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective interface with other departments and/or professionals, and capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact, as well as providing leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals.
• Customer focused, formulates plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving advanced software development problems.
• Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance required.
• This position requires:
  • Programming in C and C++ languages
  • Red Hat Linux and Linux kernel programming
  • Programming multi-threaded applications
  • Software development using networking, including knowledge of OSI model concepts such as Ethernet, TCP/IP, UDP/IP, and Multicast protocols
• Desired experience includes:
  • An understanding of video protocols, including NTSC, H.264, H.265 and MPEG2 transport streams
  • Measuring and evaluating video card performance
  • Programming using the FFmpeg APIs
  • Software development in real-time, embedded system platforms
  • User support and problem debugging
  • Writing requirements, test plans, and end user guides
  • Writing automated software unit tests