Journeyman C++ Backend Services Engineer
Apply NowCompany: VES LLC
Location: Aberdeen, MD 21001
Description:
C++ Services Engineer
Location: Hybrid at APG or Warren office, remote eligible for well qualified applicants
VES, LLC is currently seeking a highly accomplished C++ Backend Services Engineer. For this position, you'll be supporting our efforts implementing Ground Combat Systems' Common Infrastructure Architecture (GCIA) components in Next Generation Combat Vehicles. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing services in Linux-based environments to support mission-critical systems for the U.S. Army. You'll be working on a small team of exceptionally smart people to build robust, efficient, and secure software solutions that enhance the capabilities of modern combat platforms.
General Job Duties:
Desired Requirements:
Required Education and Experience:
Benefits of Working at VES, LLC:
VES is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Location: Hybrid at APG or Warren office, remote eligible for well qualified applicants
VES, LLC is currently seeking a highly accomplished C++ Backend Services Engineer. For this position, you'll be supporting our efforts implementing Ground Combat Systems' Common Infrastructure Architecture (GCIA) components in Next Generation Combat Vehicles. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing services in Linux-based environments to support mission-critical systems for the U.S. Army. You'll be working on a small team of exceptionally smart people to build robust, efficient, and secure software solutions that enhance the capabilities of modern combat platforms.
General Job Duties:
- Develop and maintain C++ backend services for GCIA-related software solutions.
- Implement and optimize real-time, performance-critical applications in Linux environments.
- Work closely with systems engineers and software architects to define technical requirements.
- Ensure high reliability and maintainability of services through rigorous testing and documentation.
- Conduct debugging, troubleshooting, and performance tuning of existing services.
- Support integration efforts with other GCIA-based systems in ground combat platforms.
- Collaborate in agile development cycles to deliver incremental software updates.
Desired Requirements:
- Strong proficiency in C++.
- Experience with Linux-based development, including multi-threading and system-level programming.
- Familiarity with networking protocols, IPC mechanisms, and embedded systems.
- Experience developing low-latency and high-reliability backend services.
- Understanding of containerization (Docker) and build systems (CMake, Make).
- Prior experience working with S. Army combat systems or other DoD-related sof5ware projects.
- Security clearance eligibility (active clearance preferred).
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of hands-on C++ development experience.
Benefits of Working at VES, LLC:
- 401(k) match
- Highly Competitive Salary
- Health Benefits
- Up to 15 Paid Vacation days/year
- 11 Paid Holidays
VES is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.