Principal Software Engineer; Onsite

Location

US-CO-COLORADO SPRINGS-9970-CUST ~ 9970 Federal Dr ~ FEDERAL (External Site);
United States of America

The C2

BMC Next Program, based in Colorado Springs, CO, seeks a Software Engineer to lead a software team in analyzing and supporting a large, distributed Java system.

• Perform complex problem resolution assisting software team in design, development, testing, integration, and user support for a large code baseline.
• Follow specifications to develop or modify stories for the software team; assist in removing blockers from software team.
• Interface with other system support groups and software leadership to resolve problems, set standards, and improve overall efficiency of the system.
• Develop software for Unix/Linux and Windows platforms.
• Software Integration testing including developing automated test scripts.
• Risk Management Framework/STIG/Fortify mitigation, designing and developing microservices and deploying with containers.

• Experience using Java.
• Ability to work effectively in a rapid paced, team environment; knowledge of software practices and coding standards; strong problem‑solving skills, including the ability to review performance issues, identify root cause, recommend and develop a solution.
• Experience leading a software team using Agile software development practices.
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.
• Active and transferable Top Secret U.S. government‑issued security clearance required prior to start date.

• Command and control system application development – previous experience with message translation software.
• Automated test and pipeline development experience.
• Proficiency in Project Management Tools: experience using Microsoft Project, Jira, or similar platforms for scheduling, task management, and tracking project progress.
• Agile Methodology expertise: strong understanding and application of Agile methodologies, including SCRUM.
• Risk Management:
  
  skilled in identifying potential risks, developing mitigation strategies, and implementing proactive solutions.
• Requirements Management: experience in decomposing, prioritizing, and managing technical and functional requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Cross‑Functional Leadership: proven ability to collaborate with multi‑disciplinary teams, ensuring alignment across engineering, operations, and program leadership to achieve objectives.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal,  protection.
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health, fertility and family planning.
• Autism Benefit.
• Employee assistance plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You incentives, wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.
• And more!

Position Role Type:
Onsite. U.S. citizen required; active Top Secret security clearance required on day one.

Salary range: USD 107,500 – 204,500. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays (dependent on business unit).

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.