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Software Engineer Sr - E3

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110K-205K Annually
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Develop, test, document, debug, and maintain ground software for the Next Generation Geospatial OPIR mission. The role combines 70–80% software engineering with 20–30% Scrum Master responsibilities, including Agile collaboration, microservice development, REST and message broker integration, defect resolution, and secure, reliable software delivery. The engineer will work across teams, support high-priority fixes and occasional non-standard hours, and use AI to improve development velocity.
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Plans, conducts, and coordinates software development activities. Designs, develops, documents, tests, and debugs software that contains logical and mathematical solutions to business/mission problems or questions in computer language for solutions by means of data processing equipment. Applies the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle. Applies knowledge of computer hardware and software, subject matter to be programmed in business/mission applications, information processing techniques used, and information gathered from system users to develop software. Corrects program errors, prepares operating instructions, compiles documentation of program development, and analyzes system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls. Ensures software standards are met.

The Lockheed Martin Next Generation Geospatial (NGG) team is seeking an experienced Software Engineer with Scrum Master duties to be part of a team building and supporting the ground software for the NGG OPIR mission.

In this role, you will collaborate across teams to deliver world class technical solutions in the ground software supporting soon-to-launch space vehicles. You’ll get to experience the full breadth of modern software engineering from involvement in Agile to participating the SDLC to leveraging AI in smart ways to augment your velocity.

The successful candidate will have a passion for learning.  You will have experience and/or knowledge of SQL, JavaScript, Java, Python, and C++. You don’t mind the occasional requirement to support during non-standard business hours and working on high-priority system fixes. You love getting 1% better every week. You are a US Citizen; with the ability to gain government security clearance once you join the team.  

This role will have responsibilities that include:

  • Working within a team to design, implement, and test new software capabilities.
  • Wearing a dual hat; ~20-30% as team Scrum Master and ~70-80% in Software Engineering role.
  • Proficiency in leveraging AI in emerging new ways as it applies to this position and practice.
  • Appling the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle.
Basic Qualifications
  • Experience with Java, Python, or C++ programming languages.
  • Experience with JavaScript for front end development.
  • Proficiency in SQL.
  • Experience solutioning and testing across microservice architecture.
  • Experience with Message Broker and cross domain REST communication emphasizing Cyber Security and Reliability.
  • Ability to work seamlessly in a collaborative multi-team environment.
  • Proven written and verbal communication skills – ability to convey technical details to non-technical audiences.
  • US Citizen with ability to gain security clearance.
Desired Skills
  • Knowledge of Agile Software Development.
  • Experience working within a modern micro-service architecture. 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering or other related degree from an accredited college/university.
  • Familiarity with OpenShift
  • Proven ability to triage, investigate, and resolve defects

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $110300.00 - $204900.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.  

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

  • Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
  • For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

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