Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.
We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride? We are seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer with expertise in military simulation development. The successful candidate will lead a team of software engineers to design, develop, and maintain software applications for military simulation systems. This position requires a strong background in software development, especially with experience in integrating 3rd party software and hardware with simulator platforms using APIs.
Responsibilities: Lead a team of software engineers to develop software applications for military simulation systems Work closely with the project manager and product manager to define goals, timelines and budget requirements Work closely with requirements analysis and estimations, transfer requirements to specific tasks for the team Design, develop, and maintain software applications integrated to simulator platform Develop and maintain software documentation, including requirements, design documents, and user manuals Conduct software testing and debugging to ensure that software meets requirements and standards Work with other engineering teams to integrate software components into a larger system Ensure that software development processes adhere to industry best practices and company standards Mentor and coach other engineers on software development practices and technologies Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field 7+ years of experience in software development Prior experience leading a small team Experience with simulator development will be big plus Strong programming skills in C++ Knowledge of scripting language (Python, JS) will be plus Knowledge of QT framework will be plus Experience with Unreal Engine will be plus Understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) Familiarity with software development processes, including Scrum framework Experience with Git Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Prior experience supporting Navy or NAWCTSD programs is highly desirable. Last application date: 26/04/2024
Successful applicants must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship.
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