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Cole Engineering Services

Sr. Software Architect

Cole Engineering Services, Orlando, Florida, us, 32885


Company Overview:

By Light Professional IT Services LLC readies warfighters and federal agencies with technology and systems engineered to connect, protect, and prepare individuals and teams for whatever comes next. Headquartered in McLean, VA, By Light supports defense, civilian, and commercial IT customers worldwide.

Cole Engineering Services (CESI), a By Light company, is recognized as a premier provider of modeling and simulation (M&S) training solutions to the Federal Government and industry. Since 2004, CESI has been at the forefront of developing, maintaining, and2052 integrating simulation-based training, serious gaming, technical services, training and other support in live, virtual, constructive, and gaming (LVCG) domains. CESI also designs, builds and runs infrastructure, platforms, applications and processes that enable cyber training for the integrated multi-domain force. Our vision is to become a worldwide full spectrum LVCG and cyber training/analysis developer, integrator and services provider.

Position Overview:

Assist in thedesign and development of a large-scale distributed simulation system using an existing simulation framework. Collaboratively define interfaces between this system and military C2 systems and other simulations. Develop and maintain system software architecture. Design detailed interfaces between incrementally developed components. Execute full lifecycle software development to include software requirements analysis, software design, software implementation, software integration and test, and system documentation.

Required Experience/Qualifications:Lead system-level design effortsDesign and implement component interfacesCoordinate with developers of interoperating systems on interface requirementsEnsure system interoperability with current and developing simulation federationsDocument and communicate system designIdentify and document development work (user stories) executable within the Agile sprint timeframeDesign, code and debug applications in various software languages using object-oriented design where appropriateUnderstand and adhere to project schedules and stay within established budgets.Comply with program processes for software development and configuration management. This includes meaningful participation in Agile development process events such as scrums and sprint reviewsOperate in a collaborative team composed of contractor and Government personnelFamiliarity with industry software development standards and with the capabilities of related Department of Defense software systems.Employ interoperability standards commonly used in Department of Defense modeling and simulation (i.e., DIS and HLA)Develop Software using Java, C/C++, JavaScript, and XML in MS Windows, and LinuxProperly apply object-oriented design principles to development effortsAbility to test and debugSystem operations in Linux/windows to include shell scriptingEmploy version control tools (i.e., Git) in compliance with program configuration management processesOperate collaboratively in a development team environmentAptitude for learning new technologies such as programming languages and toolsWritten and oral communication skills sufficient to explain designs and development issues to customer representativesBachelor's degree in a technical discipline such as electrical engineering, computer science, information technology, systems or software engineering from an accredited college or university or any bachelor's degree and two years additional software development experience. Master's degree desired. High school diploma and 5 years' additional software development experience can substitute for bachelor's degree.Minimum of 10 years' software engineering experience.Minimum of 3 years' experience in design of complex software systemsPreferred Experience:

Experience developing interfaces to military C4I systemsExperience developing simulation-based training systemsExperience in database designExperience developing in the React frameworkKnowledge of Amazon Web Services#ZR

Special Requirements/Security Clearance:

In accordance with the specifications of a government contract, eligibility for this position mandates U.S. Citizenship status and ability to obtain SECRET security clearance. The precise security clearance requisites will be detailed in the Government's Task Order.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. The above is intended to describe the general contents of and requirements for the performance of this job.

Benefits Overview:

CESI recognizes that our strength is our people. We support every employee as an individual to build strong teams across the enterprise. Our benefit package includes:

Medical, Dental & Vision CoverageWellness Program401(k) MatchingDisability (Short Term & Long Term)Employee Assistance ProgramLife InsuranceEducation & TrainingGenerous Leave Policy (11 Federal Holidays, PTO, Military Leave, Bereavement and Jury Duty)

Cole Engineering Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, membership in an employee organization, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws.