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Northrop Grumman, Strategic Space Systems Division, has an opening for a Software Engineer OR Principal Software Engineer join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Alice Springs, Australia.
This position can be filled at a level 2 or 3
This role requires a two (2) year commitment and the ability to successfully pass a physical and psychological exam. Ability to work odd and/or extended hours covering a 24/7 period and periodic 12-hour shifts.
A comprehensive overseas compensation package is offered with this position including relocation assistance.
Essential Functions:
The software team in Alice Springs requires individuals with software engineering experience who can work in a structured, configuration controlled environment, primarily focused on the support and maintenance of real-time software applications. Qualified candidates will be responsible for evaluating operational software problems and providing immediate solutions to restore service. Responsibilities also include the integration and verification of new baselines. Qualified candidates must be able to work in a dynamic and fast paced team environment.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Support, maintenance and documentation of software applications
Determination of the operations feasibility of software modifications
Development of software tools to complement software maintenance activities
Verification that software standards are met
On-call 24/7 emergency anomaly response to support restoration of software operations
Level 2 Basic Qualifications:
Bachelors of Science Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline plus 2 years of engineering/technical experience OR a Masters of Science Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline plus 0 years of engineering/technical experience
Demonstrated ability in PERL or other scripting languages
Experience with C++, Java, or Python programming languages
Proficiency with VMS or LINUX/UNIX operating systems
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Clearance, SCI Access and complete a counterintelligence polygraph examination prior to start date
Level 3 Basic Qualifications:
Bachelors of Science Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline plus 5 years of engineering/technical experience OR a Masters of Science Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline plus 3 years of engineering/technical experience
Demonstrated ability in PERL or other scripting languages
Experience with C++, Java, or Python programming languages
Proficiency with VMS or LINUX/UNIX operating systems
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Clearance, SCI Access and complete a counterintelligence polygraph examination prior to start date
Preferred Qualifications:
Active DoD Top Secret Clearance / SCI Access with a counterintelligence (CI) polygraph examination adjudicated within the last five years
Possess strong self-initiative and ability to operate independently with minimal supervision
Demonstrated experience troubleshooting complex issues and possess ability to multi-task
Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with software, hardware, and systems test engineers, system administrators, and program/functional management.
Experience with Atlassian tools such as Jira, Git, Subversion, Confluence, etc.
Familiar with Agile Software methodologies (Scrum or Kanban)
Prior full lifecycle software development experience
Software applications engineering experience on Atlantis, Rodeo, Rushmore, COAST, or associated development contracts
Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00Salary Range 2: $97,500.00 - $146,300.00
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