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Junior Software Developer

Groton, CT

General Dynamics Electric Boat
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

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Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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$66K - $86K/yr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Electric Boat’s Software Engineering Group (SEG) is seeking a highly motivated, junior software developer to join a team of like-minded people pushing the boundaries of available applications for submarine design, manufacturing and construction.  From initial concept design through implementation, you will be working with product stakeholders, designers and engineers from various disciplines to define the best practical application to suit the needs of the customer/end-user as well as be innovative, impactful and cost beneficial to the company and other organizations alike.  You will grow your skills, work with the cutting-edge technologies and introduce new tools and techniques to the team.  

There are plenty of opportunities for leadership growth as well.  You will work in an environment that encourages creative thinking and novel solutions to continuously challenging problems.  You will be creating software applications that make our company work effectively and efficiently at what we do – which is designing and constructing the world’s finest submarines for the United States Navy.  

The core responsibilities include: 

  • Work with end users and the development teams to define, plan and build complex applications (typically using Java and Javascript/Typescript).
  • Translation of the requirements, UI/UX designs and high-fidelity prototypes to produce visual elements of the application and desired behavior. 
  • Writing well designed, testable, efficient code by using best software development practices. 
  • Promoting strict code peer review practices as well as testing and validation to ensure high-quality coding standards.
  • Maintenance of software applications throughout the lifecycle of the product 

Required:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering
  • 0-2 years of hands-on experience developing java applications and/or responsive web applications
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Level Security Clearance through the Department of Defense 

Preferred:

  • Java and/or web-based application development using Javascript/Typescript
  • Experience developing applications with Oracle/SQL databases using programming languages such as Java, JavaScript/Typescript, and React
  • Experience or knowledge of Agile development methodologies
  • A solid understanding of how applications work including security, session management, and best development practices
  • Experience in DevOps CI/CD pipelines is advantageous
  • Experience with automated testing, e.g. Selenium, jUnit.

  • Enthusiasm for working in high performing team environment and collaborating with customers and end-users to define scope and design 
  • Ability to work patiently within established government processes and timelines 
  • Ability to quickly learn complex logistical concepts and adapt design solutions to fit changing needs 
  • Team-oriented mindset and willingness to work in a multi-disciplinary team 
  • Awareness of latest development trends and technologies 
  • Self-motivated to learn new skills for solving complex/challenging problems 
  • Languages: Java, Javascript/Typescript
  • Databases: Oracle
  • Technologies: Jira, Git, Gradle, IDEs, and web-based frameworks

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