Software Engineer - Video Applications

Software Engineer

A career as a Software Engineer at GDIT means being a critical part of successful data outcomes. Here, your work can accelerate solutions for our clients while you accelerate your career. As a Software Engineer for video processing, you will be updating existing software that manipulates compressed video (e.g. AVC, HEVC video data).  Software expertise desired includes Web programming, C++, and the Rust programming languages.  Own the opportunity to provide our clients with the data they need to turn insights and ideas into action.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Software Engineer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Software Engineer joining our team to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nation’s core defense/intelligence services and systems. You will work with collaborative teams to perform technical activities that impact the design, testing, and implementation of systems, software, and applications, including full motion video (FMV) processing capabilities.

HOW A SOFTWARE ENGINEER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
● Designs, develops, evaluates, plans and tests engineering specifications for software programs and applications
● Provide a proactive mindset to maintain and update video encoding technology as part of our overall development environment
● As part of the team, you will support Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery pipeline activities involving end-to-end system performance validation efforts with a focus on communicating effectively with customers, team members, and end users
● You will work independently under pressure and effectively identify, recommend, and problem solve system issues to ensure systems, software, and applications are properly configured to meet customer needs


WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
● Education: BA/BS Degree or equivalent 

● Required Experience: 5 years of related technical experience

Required Technical Skills: 
●    Experience developing complex software in the Web, C++ and/or Rust programming language
●    Experience with development, package management and unit testing
●    Experience with Boost
●    Experience working with medium/large build systems.
●    Experience in both Windows and Linux
●    Experience in network programming
●    Experience with more than one build system, Makefiles, CMake, Meson, etc
●    Experience with build tools like Jenkins, Github actions, Gitlab, etc.
●    Python
●    REST-API development

Desired Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of video encoding and compression algorithms

• Demonstrated ability to inherit, understand, and update existing software

• DevOps experience

• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes

• Rust experience

• Real-time experience

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong hands-on experience

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Problem-solver, well-versed in troubleshooting

• Flexible and versatile enough to work on a variety of different tasks and technologies

• Self-starter, does not need training in software engineering/computer science fundamentals

• Strong understanding and application of engineering principles, practices, and standards

• Ability to multitask and sustain multiple operational systems simultaneously based on current operational needs

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

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