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nou Systems, Inc.

Chief Software Engineer

nou Systems, Inc., El Segundo

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$185,000.00/yr - $313,000.00/yr

nou Systems, Inc. (nSI) is now officially a 100% ESOP company ! We value teamwork and collaboration, and this transition allows us to take that commitment to a new level . nSI empowers our customers by supplying products, services, and expertise with powerful, data driven insights that transform defense systems and improve capabilities.
nou Systems, a Hemisphere IDIQ awardee, is pleased to announce the contingent opening for a Chief Software Engineer who will join our Engineering Services team in El Segundo, CA and become part of our rapidly growing technology company operating in missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, biotechnology, and space control marketspaces.
Responsibilities :

  • Designs, develops, documents, tests and debugs application software
  • Conducts analysis and collaborates with subject matter experts in the planning, design, development, and utilization of electronic data processing systems for information storage, processing, presentation, manipulation, display, or reporting
  • End product may be special use, customized, or commercial software
  • Determines computer user needs; analyzes system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls; prepares operating instructions; designs and develops autonomous services, desktop applications, web applications, scripts, and utility programs
  • Ensures software standards are met
  • Exhibits an exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness. Apply and/or develop highly advanced technologies, scientific principles, theories and concepts.
  • Participates with senior management to establish strategic plans and objectives
  • Plans R&D programs and recommends technological application programs to accomplish long-range objectives
  • Applies advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts. Contributes to development of new principles and concepts
  • Recommends/makes decisions on administrative or project work matters and ensures effective achievement of program, project, or organizational objectives

Basic Qualifications:
  • You must have a BS/BA along with a minimum 18 years of relevant experience or Master’s degree along with a minimum 16 years of relevant experience or PhD along with a minimum 15 years of relevant experience
  • Proven experience in Software Engineering (Java, Python, C++, or other Object-Oriented based languages), Kubernetes, AWS, Azure Cloud, etc.
  • You must have an active TS clearance, with SCI eligibility
  • You must be a U.S. citizen to be eligible for this position

Lacking any one of these disqualifies you from this job.
nou (pronounced ‘new’) Systems:
Since its founding in 2012, nou Systems has built a reputation for excellence in innovative engineering, prototype development, and technical and professional services in multiple markets, including missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, and space control. Our diverse and highly skilled team delivers state-of-the-art products from concepts and prototypes to fully developed and integrated solutions.
We offer significant advancement and personal career development opportunities within our dynamic high-tech company. Our culture is firmly established in treating our employees like family.
Benefits Of Working At NSI
nou Systems, Inc. offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and diverse benefits that reflect our company culture of service, excellence, and a supportive work environment. Benefits may vary based on status, but the majority of our positions include the following:
  • Competitive Wages*
  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Medical plan with Health Savings Account eligibility
  • Company-funded Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Personal Time Off, Vacation, and Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Norton LifeLock
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Personal Development, Technical Learning Opportunities, & Lunch-n-Learns
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

nSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Employment opportunities at nSI are based upon a candidate’s qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit . U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.

Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Full-time

Job function

  • Job function

    Engineering and Information Technology
  • Industries

    Defense and Space Manufacturing

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