What Impact You'll Have
GRVTY is seeking a passionate Junior Computer Software Engineer to join our innovative Ventura, CA team. This is an opportunity to develop and test autonomy software for our groundbreaking Autonomous Undersea Vehicle (AUV) Family of Systems and advanced guidance, navigation, and controls (GNC) technology. You will join a team of dedicated engineers and scientists who are pushing the boundaries of maritime technology to deliver exceptional products and capabilities.
What You'll be Owning
Generates fully operational and tested code from design documents (i.e., UML diagrams, detailed requirements)
Provides appropriate documentation for generated code
Work with senior employees to design software components and document design appropriately
Technical Lead for projects as appropriate
Provides mentoring for interns
Contributes to proposals and presentations
Lead/contributing author on reports/papers and presents work at meetings when appropriate
Participates in software engineering initiatives
What You Must Have
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field.
Requires clearable U.S. Citizenship
Advanced foundation in software engineering practices and principles as well as ability to apply them
Advanced ability to understand challenges of implementation (in software/hardware) of new scientific concepts, algorithms, designs, systems, etc.
Proficiency in one or more software languages as well as the ability and desire to learn more
Proficiency in commonly used software development tools
Ability to practice effective time management of goals and deadlines
Ability to research existing solutions to problems and perform basic tradeoff analyses
Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods for obtaining solutions
Ability to write clear, grammatically correct documents with logical structure and deep technical content
Demonstrates excellence in technical discussions with internal and external collaborators
Displays professionalism both in the workplace and in customer interactions
This is a full-time position with the expectation of a minimum 40-hour commitment per work week. The regular workdays are Monday – Friday around the core hours of 9:00 am to 3:00 pm with a 100% on-site requirement. Regular attendance is essential to permit the team to function effectively. The job is performed in an indoor office environment. An employee in this position frequently sits or stands in the same location with opportunity to move about; regularly thinks, concentrates, analyzes, interprets, interacts with others, and communicates orally and in writing; regularly reads, sees, hears, and speaks; regularly uses a computer; and frequently uses hands to write, type, finger, handle, or feel.
What Would be Nice to Have
Academic or project experience with underwater vehicles, robotics, or maritime/defense systems
Exposure to autonomous systems
Familiarity with communication protocols: UART, SPI, I2C, RS-485, Ethernet, CAN bus
Experience with software configuration management tools
Prior internship or co-op experience at a defense contractor or marine technology company
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Why Choose GRVTY
The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.
We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense—including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.
At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.
• Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401k with generous company match
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Award Programs
• Variety of Company Sponsored Events
EEO Statement
GRVTY, 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, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email recruiting@grvty.com or call 703-544-7930 with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days.
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