Oceaneering
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 4 November 2025
Senior Software Engineer
The Senior Software Engineer serves as a core member of the Oceaneering Technologies (OTECH) group. Senior engineers are expected to learn OTECH processes and best engineering practices; and apply the knowledge towards expanding their software engineering skill set. This role is key in implementing the bulk of the engineering work under the supervision of a software program lead and is frequently given lead responsibilities for subsystems within a program.
OTECH produces and maintains unique underwater systems typically for US Navy and other US Government Department of Defense customers. Our projects are all one-of-a-kind. Projects range from quick burn to lifecycle management of fielded systems. The ideal candidate for this position is a self-starter who is an effective communicator. They also begin to demonstrate an understanding of underwater vehicle design constraints as they relate to electrical and mechanical systems. Senior positions are expected to efficiently manage themselves and start introducing improvements to designs and architectures.
Duties And Responsibilities
Apply working knowledge of the software lifecycle.
Design, write and integrate software CSU's to the defined software architecture.
Fully understand and provide feedback on software design choices.
Lead small sub groups or efforts within a program's software team.
Actively interface with the software lead and team.
Communicate independently and effectively with non-software teammates for issue resolution.
Creation and maintenance of project CDRL's. This includes requirements management, software documentation, unit testing, software safety testing, and software qualification testing.
Support software testing on the factory floor, offsite, and offshore.
Understand user requirements, concept of operations documents, and system requirements specifications.
Prepare reports and present results to stakeholders.
Schedules can be demanding throughout the year and occasional work outside normal working hours should be anticipated.
Qualifications
Essential:
BS Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline. Commensurate experience will be considered.
2+ years of practical experience in software engineering.
Experience with one or more of the programming languages: C, C++, C# or REACT.
Proficiency with the Microsoft 365 environment.
Ability to obtain and maintain a United States Government Department of Defense Security Clearance.
Must be a US citizen.
Preferred:
Experience in the field of ocean engineering.
Experience working on Department of Defense software efforts.
Experience with Linux OS and bare metal firmware.
Experience with microprocessors and single-board computer (SBC) based control systems.
Experience analyzing communication protocols including: UDP and multicast, TCP, serial protocols, SPI, I2C, CAN, etc.
Experience with pub/sub protocols, ideally DDS.
Experience with containerization or orchestration.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines.
Experience with Jira and Git.
Solid written and oral communications skills, including ability to effectively document, convey, and present engineering concepts and products to team members and customers.
Additional Information
This position is Hybrid - Remote and will require commuting to a designated office. Hybrid work schedules are determined by the hiring manager based on business need.
PAY, BENEFITS AND WORK SCHEDULE: We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program. Annualized pay rate for this position: $93,500-$126,500.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.
How To Apply
Regular full-time employees who apply will be considered along with external candidates. Employees with less than six months with their current position are not eligible to apply for job postings. Please discuss your interest in the position with your current manager/supervisor prior to submitting your completed application. It is highly recommended to apply through the PeopleSoft or Oceanet portals.
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