Software Systems Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems develops high-technology solutions for defense and scientific missions. The Software Systems Engineer will support Nosis submarine and surface ship systems programs by designing, integrating, testing, and maintaining secure and scalable software solutions, while collaborating with an agile engineering team and producing technical documentation.

What you'll do:

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software solutions supporting the Nosis program
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile development environment
• Contribute to full-stack development across frontend, backend, and infrastructure layers
• Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and continuous integration/delivery pipelines
• Support system integration, RESTful API design, and containerized deployments
• Produce and maintain technical documentation

What they're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or Engineering, Science, or Math, plus 1 year of relevant experience; or Master's degree
• Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
• U.S. citizenship is required
• **js + PostgreSQL** — frontend and relational database development
• **TypeScript** — strongly-typed JavaScript development
• **Spring Boot** — Java-based backend services
• **Go / Java** — backend microservices development
• **RESTful API Design** — interface design and implementation
• **Docker & Containerization** — container-based deployment workflows
• **Agile Practices** — Scrum / Kanban software development methodology
• Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire
• **GitOps (e.g., FluxCD)** — automated, declarative deployment pipelines

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, benefits, and retirement packages
• Clear pathways for career growth and professional development
• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• 401k matching
• Flex time off
• Paid parental leave
• Healthcare benefits
• Health & wellness programs