Full-Time

Sr. Software Engineer

Updated on 3/14/2025

Sierra Nevada Coporation

Sierra Nevada Coporation

1,001-5,000 employees

Compensation Overview

$143.5k - $197.3kAnnually

+ Annual Incentive Pay

Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

Lone Tree, CO, USA + 5 more

More locations: Plano, TX, USA | Folsom, CA, USA | Sparks, NV, USA | Beavercreek, OH, USA | Mountain View, CA, USA

This position is hybrid, requiring some in-office presence.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Embedded Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
C/C++
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • Bachelor's of Science degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or other related discipline
  • Typically 10 or more years of relevant experience
  • Higher education may substitute for relevant experience
  • Thorough understanding of Computer Aided Engineering tools
  • Knowledge of Software Engineering principles and practices
  • Familiarity working in multi-disciplinary teams
  • Experience with C/C++
  • Experience with Linux in both usage and as a programming environment
  • Experience with Embedded Systems
  • Experience with the Xilinx, AMD, Intel, or SOCs
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
Responsibilities
  • Define, design, develop, test, certify and improve cutting-edge software products
  • Perform coding, debugging, testing, and troubleshooting of systems and software throughout the development process
  • Design and develop new software products throughout the product lifecycle
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with Yocto and Petalinux
  • Experience in bare metal programming with microcontrollers
  • Familiarity with Agile Software Development
  • Knowledge of networking basics
  • Experience with Containerization
  • DevSecOps principles
  • BASH scripting
  • Xilinx Certification for Embedded Software
  • Experience with Digital RF
  • Writing software for RFSOC/MPSOC environments
  • Encryption fundamentals
  • Experience with Protocol Buffers
  • Experience with gRPC
  • SIGINT and Electronic Warfare
Sierra Nevada Coporation

Sierra Nevada Coporation

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Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Sparks, Nevada

Founded

1963

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for logistics drones boosts SNC's defense market opportunities.
  • Muon Space partnership enhances SNC's RF sensing capabilities, opening new commercial opportunities.
  • Strategic partnerships in 'Doomsday' aircraft program leverage diverse expertise for defense projects.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition in space technology sector challenges SNC's market position.
  • Potential delays in T-45 replacement program may impact SNC's collaboration with Turkish Aerospace.
  • Reliance on external partnerships poses risks if partners face operational challenges.

What makes Sierra Nevada Coporation unique

  • SNC's Vindlér constellation offers advanced RF collection and analytics capabilities.
  • SNC repurposes commercial aircraft for specialized military applications, enhancing cost efficiency.
  • SNC integrates cutting-edge technologies in aerospace manufacturing with Wichita State University.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Company News

GovCon Wire
Dec 10th, 2024
Andrew Auerbach Named Sierra Nevada Technology VP

Andrew Auerbach, a technology executive in the defense and intelligence sectors, has joined Sierra Nevada Corp. as vice president of technology, GovCon Wire has learned.

Defense Daily
Dec 6th, 2024
Navy Picks SNC To Develop More Prototype Logistics Drones

Navy picks SNC to develop more prototype logistics drones.

Simple Flying
Dec 3rd, 2024
The Sierra Nevada Rapcon-X Conducts Its Maiden Flight

On Friday, November 22nd, Sierra Nevada Corporation, which is headquartered in Sparks, Nevada, officially announced the first flight of its next-generation aircraft platform.

Dayton Daily News
Dec 2nd, 2024
NEW DETAILS: Sierra Nevada transfers 'Doomsday' plane from Dayton

SNC said it is working with a Wichita State University team to take advantage of that university's experience in composites and advanced materials, digital twin software, advanced manufacturing technologies and other areas.

ExecutiveBiz
Nov 12th, 2024
Jim Hanley Joins SNC as Strategic Initiatives VP

Sierra Nevada Corporation has named Jim Hanley as vice president of its strategic initiatives.