Software Developer - Software Developer V
General Atomics
San Diego, CA · Posted September 24, 2026
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About the job
General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide. We have an exciting opportunity for a Software Developer in our Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment (ALRE) Software Engineering department. This full-time position provides support for software planning, coordination, development, and testing for products being developed under both government contracts and Internal Research and Development (IR&D) activities. With limited direction, this position exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives for the review, research, design, development and/or modification of enterprise-wide end-user, system level, and data management software applications. The Software Developer guides the successful completion of a program(s) and may function in a project leadership role. They formulates plans, typically long term, for application development and deployment as well as responsible for meeting software compliance standards. They evaluates integration of software applications with the overall computing environment; and can be responsible for planning/overseeing documentation, testing, maintenance, and software updates. They communicates with domain experts, users, and management throughout the software development lifecycle, represent the company as the prime technical contact on contracts and/or projects, and interact with senior external personnel on significant technical matters requiring coordination between the organizations. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Determine technical objectives for user requirements and specifications and plan for enterprise software development within the broader organizational scope. Software development encompasses end-user, system level, data management applications, and embedded applications. Formulate plans and guides the development and implementation of software solutions including language, coding, platform, resource requirements, testing, and documentation. Plan and coordinate deployment of enterprise applications including cross-platform compliance. Plan and coordinate the maintenance of enterprise solutions including debugging, maintenance, and updating to ensure viability in an evolving environment. Plan for future applications based on new developments in computer technology. May function in a leadership role for a project and/or program and provide direction and guidance to less experienced developers or team of developers. Represent the organization as a prime technical contact for the project and/or program with the software developer group, customer, and management as well as with the wider community through the publishing and presentation of technical papers. Assist in the development of additional sources of revenue. Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information. Perform other duties as assigned. Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.