Worker Type
Regular
Job Description
Job Summary
The primary role of the Software Engineer is to design, develop, and deliver scalable back-end systems that support mission-critical applications. This role focuses heavily on distributed systems, Hadoop-based data processing, microservices architecture, and rapid prototyping.
You'll join a small, high-impact engineering team where you'll help take ideas from concept to working proto@type in fast, iterative cycles. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex backend challenges, building scalable services, and working on systems that directly impact mission operations.
Position Responsibilities
Design, develop, maintain, and enhance complex backend software systems based on documented requirements
Build and maintain data pipelines using Hadoop and related big-data technologies
Design and implement microservices architectures, including service boundaries and inter-service communication patterns
Develop and consume RESTful APIs for backend integrations
Containerize applications using Docker or Podman
Deploy and manage applications in Kubernetes environments
Conduct requirements analysis and translate system-level requirements into technical implementations
Evaluate hardware/software tradeoffs and recommend COTS/GOTS solutions when appropriate
Build and execute simulations in development and test environments
Diagnose and resolve performance bottlenecks in distributed systems
Improve system scalability, latency, and reliability
Participate in code reviews, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives
Collaborate with engineering teams and stakeholders to refine requirements and deliver incremental value
Operate independently while maintaining strong communication and ownership of deliverables
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math, or Physics is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Minimum 8 - 12 years of relevant experience in application software development.
Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
Strong Java backend development experience
Experience building and consuming RESTful services
Experience with Hadoop or similar big-data processing frameworks
Experience with container technologies such as Docker or Podman
Experience with Kubernetes
Experience designing and implementing microservices architectures
Desired Qualifications
Experience with machine learning workflows
Experience with streaming data pipelines
Experience with batch processing systems
Experience working with MongoDB
Experience working with ArangoDB
Experience working with Redis
Experience working with PostgreSQL
Cloud deployment experience in AWS environments
Experience working in hyper-converged infrastructure environments
Experience with observability tools including logging, metrics, and tracing
Experience working in Agile development environments
Salary Range: $125,000.00 - $270,000.00
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity as well as alignment with market data.
Our compensation package also includes components designed to support employees' total well-being, which should be considered when evaluating our competitive benefits package. These benefits include health insurance, life insurance, disability, company holiday and paid time off, parental leave, 401(k) company match and contributions, professional development/training reimbursements, and other work/life programs.
ITAR Requirement:
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A "U.S. person" according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.
Benefits : AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits .
We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.
Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.
Who We Are
Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we've been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world's most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution's permanent collection in Washington, DC.
Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty - and succeed.
What We Do
Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company's hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.
ITAR
U.S. Citizenship required
About AV:
AV isn't for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.
We don't just build defense technology-we redefine what's possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.
Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian-but we're not building history, we're building what's next.
If you're ready to build technology that matters-with speed, scale, and purpose-there's no better place to do it than AV.
Careers at AeroVironment (https://www.avinc.com/careers/our-team)
