Senior Principal Software Engineer

SAIC is a mission integrator advancing technology and innovation across defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets. The Senior Principal Software Engineer will support the Space Development Agency's BMC3 software development and hosting environment for the PWSA, leading software lifecycle activities, secure cloud-hosting optimization, system integration, troubleshooting, technology evaluation, and engineering mentorship.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams supporting BMC3 software development for the PWSA, ensuring effective integration of cloud-hosted environments with mission-critical space applications
• Drive all phases of the software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, architecture design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance
• Develop and optimize the secure software hosting environment to ensure high performance and resilience for SDA’s mission applications
• Provide technical oversight and leadership in the integration of software components, ensuring compatibility with both space and ground system architectures
• Troubleshoot complex issues in development, testing, and operational environments, including addressing cybersecurity vulnerabilities and mission-critical system challenges
• Continuously evaluate emerging technologies and industry best practices to recommend improvements that enhance capabilities and system security
• Mentor junior engineers, fostering a collaborative culture that emphasizes innovation and technical growth

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related STEM field
• Minimum of 14 years of relevant experience in software and hardware development, integration, and operations
• Demonstrated expertise in the full software development lifecycle and software methodologies, including Agile development practices
• Strong technical knowledge of software architecture, cloud computing, and secure hosting environments
• Proficiency in Object Oriented programming languages
• Leadership or management experience in a technical capacity supporting large-scale, multi-disciplinary programs
• Active security clearance (minimum Secret level, TS/SCI preferred)
• Experience with the development and deployment of DevSecOps pipelines in a cloud environment
• Working knowledge of space communication protocols, standards, and frameworks
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity and associated frameworks (e.g., NIST, RMF)