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Defense Contractor Software Engineer Jobs in New York

Workila

Embedded Software Engineer

Clifton, NJ · On-site +1

$100 - $120K/hr

... and defense industry; candidates with embedded software engineer experience AVOID candidates with dual citizenship, property overseas, or immediate relatives overseas Additional Information Apply ...

Method Security

Software Engineer, Product

New York, NY · On-site

Our mission is to defend critical institutions-such as government, defense, and key commercial ... Role Overview As a Product focused Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for taking user-facing ...

Miter

Software Engineer

New York, NY · Remote

$160K - $200K/yr

... software: clunky, on-premise systems created in the 1980s and 1990s. That's where Miter comes in ... Using Miter, contractors like Marathon Electrical, W.J. O'Neil, and Truebeck Construction are ...

Miter

Software Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$160K - $200K/yr

... software: clunky, on-premise systems created in the 1980s and 1990s. That's where Miter comes in ... Using Miter, contractors like Marathon Electrical, W.J. O'Neil, and Truebeck Construction are ...

Radical AI

Software Engineer

New York, NY

$210K - $265K/yr

For industries like aerospace, automotive, defense, energy, manufacturing, semiconductors, and ... The Role This is a generalist software engineering role on the team building the core platform that ...

Radical AI

Software Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$210K - $265K/yr

For industries like aerospace, automotive, defense, energy, manufacturing, semiconductors, and ... The Role This is a generalist software engineering role on the team building the core platform that ...

Radical AI

Software Engineer

New York, NY

$210K - $265K/yr

For industries like aerospace, automotive, defense, energy, manufacturing, semiconductors, and ... The Role This is a generalist software engineering role on the team building the core platform that ...

TrovaSearch

Lead Software Engineer

Hoboken, NJ · Hybrid

The Lead Software Engineer ("LSE") is a hands-on leader of a full-stack software engineering team ... Ability to work well with and lead vendors/contractors on-shore, off-shore and near-shore.

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What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a defense contractor software engineer?

To excel as a Defense Contractor Software Engineer, you should possess strong programming skills in languages like C++, Java, or Python, a bachelor's degree in computer science or engineering, and eligibility for security clearance. Familiarity with tools and frameworks such as embedded systems, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and secure software development methodologies is often required, along with certifications like Security+ or CISSP. Outstanding problem-solving, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively within multidisciplinary teams are valuable soft skills. These capabilities ensure project success, compliance with stringent regulations, and the ability to innovate in high-stakes, mission-critical environments.

What does a defense contractor software engineer do?

As a Defense Contractor Software Engineer, your daily responsibilities may include designing, coding, and testing software for defense systems, debugging complex issues, and ensuring products comply with security and regulatory standards. You'll often collaborate closely with systems engineers, hardware teams, and project managers to deliver integrated solutions. Depending on your project, you might also participate in technical reviews, support integration and testing activities, and maintain thorough documentation. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in delivering reliable and secure technology critical to national defense.

What is a defense contractor software engineer?

A Defense Contractor Software Engineer develops, tests, and maintains software systems for military and defense applications. They work for private companies that contract with government agencies, such as the Department of Defense, to create secure and reliable software solutions. Their work often involves embedded systems, cybersecurity, and compliance with strict government regulations. This role requires a security clearance, knowledge of specialized programming languages, and an understanding of defense industry standards.

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PeopleSoft Software Engineer - Advanced Software Engineer

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

New York, NY • On-site

$140K - $166K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

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Job description

Description
Position at MTA Headquarters
JOB TITLE: Advanced Software Engineer
SALARY RANGE: $140,828 - $166,223
HAY POINTS: 634
DEPT/DIV: Information Technology
SUPERVISOR: Product Manager, PS Finance
LOCATION: 2 Broadway, New York, NY 10004
HOURS OF WORK: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm (7.5 hours/day) or as required)
This position is eligible for telework, which is currently two days per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation's largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.
Summary:
Leads requirements management, software engineering, system testing, and acceptance testing activities across all stages and iterations for complex software development and integration initiatives. Assists with the organization's selection, adaptation, and adoption of new models, methods, and tools. Collaborates across parties involved in product, systems, or service design. May own high-value services and/or products.
Critical Skills:
  • Strong experience in PeopleSoft PeopleTools (PeopleCode, Application Engine)
  • Familiar with SQL, PS Query, SQR, and XML Publisher
  • Experience with the end-to-end lifecycle of PeopleSoft FSCM
  • Implementation and/or upgrade experience with high-level production support experience
  • Strong functional knowledge in PeopleSoft financial modules (AP, AR, FA, PC, GL, Treasury)

Responsibilities:
  • Leads requirements management, software engineering, system testing, and acceptance testing activities across all stages and iterations for complex software development and integration initiatives. Assists with the organization's selection, adaptation, and adoption of new models, methods, and tools. Collaborates across parties involved in product, systems, or service design.
  • May own high-value services and/or products. Leads the definition, documentation, and successful

Completion of large projects within business objectives and resource constraints, ensuring adherence to agreed enterprise architectures, and the application of effective change-release, risk, and quality management processes.
  • Drafts and maintains software support processes and documentation. Prioritizes and diagnoses incidents, investigates and resolves complex issues, leads root cause analysis, and proposes corrective actions. Conducts application licensing, security, backup, and disaster recovery verification initiatives.
  • Develops system and acceptance testing criteria related to functional and non-functional requirements, user stories, features, business processes, and business rules. Designs, specifies, and executes test cases and scenarios.
  • Plans and leads user experience design activities for large programs and products, providing expert advice to ensure that usability, accessibility, and visual design requirements are satisfied.
  • Develops, maintains, and applies tools and documentation to track, log, and maintain accurate and complete system information. Audits complex software systems for adherence to configuration standards.
  • Plans, organizes, conducts, and oversees assigned quality and safety assurance assessments involving complex systems and cross-functional teams. Provides expert advice on assurance activities.
  • Manages the operational relationships with suppliers to ensure potential disputes or conflicts are raised and resolved. Contributes technical elements of RFP/RFIs and negotiates contract terms and SLAs. Manages suppliers to meet key performance indicators.
  • Continuously develops and maintains personal knowledge of software engineering practices, emerging trends, and technologies.
  • Provides technical advice to project teams and mentors less experienced staff to foster talent

development.
  • Performs other duties and tasks
  • May need to work outside of normal work hours, supporting operations on a 24/7 basis
  • Travel may be required to other MTA locations or other external sites
  • Observing the work performed by the contractor;
  • Reviewing invoices and approving them if the work meets contractual standards;
  • Addressing performance issues with the contractor when possible; and
  • Escalating issues to other parties as needed.

Required Qualifications:
  • Education: Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Must possess a minimum at least one of the following professional certifications in the subject domain, including but not limited to: Certified Scrum Developer (CSD), Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP), Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP), Amazon Certified: AWS Certified Developer, Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer, Certified Software Test Professional (CSTP)

Knowledge & Skills:
Technical Skills:
  • Hands-on programming experience in a business setting
  • Proficiency in at least one software engineering methodology, including but not limited to: Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, DevOps, Extreme Programming (XP), Kanban, Lean, Rapid Application Development (RAD)
  • Experience applying a structured validation and testing method, including but not limited to: Unit Testing, Integration Testing, System Testing, Acceptance Testing, Regression Testing
  • Collaboration skills to ensure design specifications are seamlessly implemented by the development team
  • Familiarity with version control
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and navigate organizational ambiguity
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Technical Skills:
  • A software engineering industry certification, examples: Certified Scrum Developer (CSD), Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP), Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP), Amazon Certified: AWS Certified Developer, Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer, Certified Software Test Professional (CSTP)
  • Programming experience with the following language(s): Job Specific (e.g, Ruby, Python, Java, C++, COBOL, etc.)
  • Familiarity with the following vendor-specific platforms: Job Specific (e.g, Azure, Windows Server platforms, RESTful APIs, or Linux)

Behavioral Requirements Skills:
  • Collaboration skills to ensure design specifications are seamlessly implemented by the development team.
  • Demonstrate ability to work independently and navigate organizational ambiguity.
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Expert Communicates Effectively
  • Advanced in technical Skills, tech savvy, values diversity
  • Adept customer focus cultivates Innovation

Competencies:
Core Competency
Proficiency Level
Competency Definition
Cultivates Innovation
Adept
Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful
Customer Focus
Adept
Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions
Communicates Effectively
Expert
Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
Tech Savvy
Advanced
Anticipating and adopting innovations in business-building digital and technology applications
Technical Skills
Advanced
Specialized knowledge and expertise on tools, programs, domains, platforms, and products used for specific tasks
Values Diversity
Advanced
Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization
OTHER INFORMATION:
Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission").
Equal Employment Opportunity
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

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