Support and maintain complex applications and infrastructure for a government customer: monitor and triage events, troubleshoot Linux/Windows servers, deploy and integrate software (AWS, CloudFormation, RDS), use Salt for configuration management, work with databases (Oracle, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL), write SOPs, manage security groups, and support after-hours deployments. Requires strong communication and collaboration with developers and vendors.
Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a Software Engineer to support our government customer. The selected applicants will join the team as we seek to deliver world-class capabilities for our client and their associated contractors, driving productivity and innovation. This team supports system architecture and design, infrastructure and OS level support, commercial tool integration, and application support. This position will include the following duties and responsibilities:
Responsibilities include:
- Monitors application status; support application event triage, monitoring, tracking, and correlation and event characterization and escalation, work with vendors as needed for event resolution. Follows up with customer to ensure issue has been resolved.
- Software engineer with strong Linux and Windows Server knowledge to troubleshoot, patch, and maintain complex applications and services.
- Experience building instances using Amazon Web Services (AWS).
- Possesses knowledge of Python, JavaScript, and other scripting languages.
-The software engineer should be familiar with Salt Configuration to maintain, deploy, and troubleshoot software deployed on various environments.
- Assisting with the configuration and operation of business systems (mainframe, mini and client/server-based).
- Deploying and integrating software products and to ensure compatibility with associated platforms.
- The candidate must have strong communication skills to communicate with Software Developers to ensure requirements are met and issues are resolved in a timely manner.
- Monitor systems and logs to resolve any issues and errors that may arise.
- Must be familiar with Oracle, Mongo, PostgreSQL, and MySQL databases.
- The individual must have the ability to write SOPs to ensure continuity of operations and to share with other members of the team.
- The individual will create and manage security groups for various projects and systems.
- Must be able to work after normal core working hours to deploy new software and conduct maintenance of critical systems.
- Be familiar with security protocols and requirements to address questions and concerns regarding security testing for various software and servers.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $126610 - $215270
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
BAE Systems is seeking a Software Engineer to support our government customer. The selected applicants will join the team as we seek to deliver world-class capabilities for our client and their associated contractors, driving productivity and innovation. This team supports system architecture and design, infrastructure and OS level support, commercial tool integration, and application support. This position will include the following duties and responsibilities:
Responsibilities include:
- Monitors application status; support application event triage, monitoring, tracking, and correlation and event characterization and escalation, work with vendors as needed for event resolution. Follows up with customer to ensure issue has been resolved.
- Software engineer with strong Linux and Windows Server knowledge to troubleshoot, patch, and maintain complex applications and services.
- Experience building instances using Amazon Web Services (AWS).
- Possesses knowledge of Python, JavaScript, and other scripting languages.
-The software engineer should be familiar with Salt Configuration to maintain, deploy, and troubleshoot software deployed on various environments.
- Assisting with the configuration and operation of business systems (mainframe, mini and client/server-based).
- Deploying and integrating software products and to ensure compatibility with associated platforms.
- The candidate must have strong communication skills to communicate with Software Developers to ensure requirements are met and issues are resolved in a timely manner.
- Monitor systems and logs to resolve any issues and errors that may arise.
- Must be familiar with Oracle, Mongo, PostgreSQL, and MySQL databases.
- The individual must have the ability to write SOPs to ensure continuity of operations and to share with other members of the team.
- The individual will create and manage security groups for various projects and systems.
- Must be able to work after normal core working hours to deploy new software and conduct maintenance of critical systems.
- Be familiar with security protocols and requirements to address questions and concerns regarding security testing for various software and servers.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- TS/SCI w/CI poly required
- Some Cloud Formation experience
- RDS experience
- DoD 8570 compliant IAT Level II Certificate or equivalent
- Experience with Linux
- Ability to work weekend/evening hours if needed to support mission requirements (e.g. scheduled deployments, break fixes)
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Experience with Elasticsearch
- Familiarity with integrated AI/ML solutions
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $126610 - $215270
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
BAE Systems, Inc. Los Angeles, California, USA Office
5140 W Goldleaf Circle, Los Angeles, CA, United States, 90056-1299
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