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Software Developer I

General Atomics

Poway, CA
Full Time
Entry Level
about 1 month ago

Job Description

About the Role

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. We are currently looking for a Software Engineer (C++ 17, Linux) with a degree in CS or CE to join our Mission Processing Software team within our Mission Software Development Group in Poway, CA. As a Software Engineer for GA-ASI, you will research, design, develop and/or modify enterprise-wide end-user, system level, and data management software applications that correlate directly to the technologies that are integrated into our Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS).

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop C++ 17 infrastructure and services for both high-level non-embedded (x86) and low-level embedded ARM 9 systems.
  • Use Petalinux build tools and Xilinx tools for ARM 9 systems.
  • Responsible for automated unit testing, integration testing, software maintenance, and documentation and meeting software quality and compliance standards.
  • Evaluates and integrates software applications with the overall computing environment.
  • Communicates with domain experts, users, and management throughout the software development lifecycle.
  • Contributes to planning of application development and deployment.
  • Performs other duties as assigned or required.
  • Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Ability to work extended hours as required.
  • Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
  • Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

Requirements

  • Degree in Computer Science (CS) or Computer Engineering (CE).
  • Experience with C++ 17 programming.
  • Knowledge of Linux operating systems.
  • Familiarity with Petalinux build tools and Xilinx tools for ARM 9 systems.
  • Ability to work extended hours as required.
  • Ability to work in a safe manner in accordance with established procedures.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 14, 2025
SalaryCompetitive salary
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeOnsite
ExperienceEntry Level

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About General Atomics

Website

ga.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

Poway, CA

Industry

Software Publishers

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