Advanced Software Engineer

Responsibilities for this Position

Advanced Software Engineer

ID: 2025-66230
USA-TX-San Antonio
Required Clearance: TS/SCI, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements
Posted Date: 4/29/2025
Category: Engineering-Software
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.


Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelors degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Ability to obtain a Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

As a software engineer for the MLS Products business area, youll be a member ofa cross functional team responsible for delivering high quality multi-level security applications.

What sets you apart:

• A detail oriented Web/Software Developer with a focus on both frontend and backend technologies.
• Develop, test, and maintain web-based applications using modern technologies and best practices.
• Collaborate with designers, product managers, and fellow engineers to implement new features and improve user experiences.
• Write clean, well-documented, and scalable code in line with team standards.
• Support and maintain existing applications, troubleshoot issues, and implement fixes in a timely manner.
• Work within Agile/Scrum frameworks and participate in sprint planning and retrospectives.
• Proficient in PHP and Python, with hands-on experience building and maintaining server-side applications.
• Strong frontend development skills using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and frameworks like React, Vue.js, or Angular.
• Familiarity with database systems such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB.
• Experience working with RESTful APIs and third-party integrations.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Understanding of cross-browser compatibility, responsive design, and performance optimization.
• Basic understanding of DevOps practices and deployment pipelines.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others

Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nations security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:
This position is Hybrid/Flex.
While on-site, you will be a part of the GDMS San Antonio facility.

Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $115,674.00 - USD $128,325.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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