Software Engineer III or IV – Technical Lead at GBL Systems Corporation

Software Engineer III or IV – Technical Lead

Req Number: 003-2024

GBL Systems is a leading system engineering and software development firm located in Camarillo, CA, with a 30+ year history of developing tomorrow’s Electronic Warfare capability today. GBL specializes in the areas of Systems and Software Engineering, Electronic Warfare, Network Centric Warfare, Modeling/ Simulation and Avionics Development.

As part of a dynamic team, GBL Engineers contribute to all aspects of the software development process, which includes requirements definition, design, development, test and evaluation, acquisition, and in-service support to various US and Foreign Military customers.  Work location is at GBL office in Camarillo, CA.

Qualified applicants must be U.S. Citizens. Current active SECRET clearance is desired. Must be able to obtain an Interim Security clearance within first 90 days of employment.

We are seeking a dynamic Technical Lead to guide a team of engineers in developing web-based applications with cloud-based microservice backends. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in diverse areas of software engineering, including backend development, cloud infrastructure management, algorithm optimization, and frontend development. This role requires expertise in cloud environments, infrastructure automation, AI/ML techniques, and user interface design, along with the ability to lead teams and drive high-quality software delivery.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and optimization of algorithms, particularly for scheduling and predictive analysis using AI/ML techniques.
• Architect and develop scalable backend systems and APIs using frameworks like FastAPI, integrating with relational databases (PostgreSQL).
• Manage cloud environments and automate infrastructure provisioning with Terraform, implementing CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment.
• Oversee the integration of security measures such as RBAC, and ensure system scalability, performance, and reliability across cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop responsive, interactive user interfaces using React, collaborating with backend teams to ensure seamless integration.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship, while fostering collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable software solutions.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of professional experience in software engineering, with proven expertise in backend development, cloud infrastructure, and user interface design.
  • Expertise in algorithm development and AI/ML techniques, especially for scheduling optimization and predictive analysis.
  • Strong backend development skills in Python and experience with building APIs using frameworks like FastAPI or Flask.
  • Proficiency in React for designing responsive user interfaces and working with visual reporting tools like Grafana.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and Terraform for Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
  • Proficiency with Docker for microservice containerization and cloud deployments.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes.
  • Strong understanding of relational databases (PostgreSQL) and backend architecture for performance optimization.
  • Knowledge of RBAC for ensuring security and compliance across infrastructure.
  • Proven ability to lead and mentor teams, and work effectively across diverse technical disciplines.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline.
• Experience with pub/sub architectures for microservice communication.
• Familiarity with testing frameworks for both backend and frontend components.
• Proven experience managing scalable, secure cloud deployments.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills for algorithm optimization and AI/ML model implementation.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Outstanding 401(k) retirement plan with both Traditional and Roth options and generous corporate contributing
• Group medical insurance
• Dental/Vision Insurance
• Life insurance
• AD&D coverage
• Paid holiday and Paid Time Off
• Business casual work environment

GBL is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Salary Range: $99,000 USD to $175,778 USD. Salary is based on current qualifications, related experience, and contractual requirements which could fall outside of this range.

Please email your cover letter, resume and salary requirements to hr@gblsys.com.