FlightSafety International Hiring for Software Architect Job at Broken Arrow, OK Full Time

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FLIGHTSAFETY INTERNATIONAL

Simulation Systems

JOB TITLE: Software Architect

POSITION STATUS: Salaried Exempt DEPARTMENT: Engineering Support Management

REPORTS TO: Manager of DevOps

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Summary/Objective

• The Software Architect position reports to the Manager of DevOps, makes high-level design decisions, and articulates technical standards across multiple development teams.
• The Software Architect supports the comprehensive implementation of software development life-cycle processes.
• This position is also responsible for ensuring that all high-level software designs are consistent and are compatible with the company’s software Vision.
• Consults with other development groups on software engineering best practices and mentors them as they scale up to develop re-usable software components.
• The Software Architect, working with the Software Architecture Committee, will own architectural design choices, and guide troubleshooting integration and deployment issues and alternative solutions, and workarounds to resolve software issues.
• Effective communications within FlightSafety, technology partners, and collaboration across FlightSafety is essential to success of this position

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties are essential to the successful and satisfactory performance of this job. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Collaborate with others to determine project functional and non-functional requirements (relying on requirements from Systems Engineering).
• Design and implement hardware systems and software applications.
• Develop architectural solutions for core frameworks, real-time systems, and user interfaces.
• Maintain architectural solutions by keeping pace with changes in hardware technology, operating systems, third-party applications, software development platforms, and regulatory guidance.
• Conceptualize software solutions to address particular needs for end-users.
• Participates in Software Design Reviews for new software design.
• Participates in Software Peer Reviews for software modifications.
• Review and approve all software engineering high level designs.
• Communicate the company’s high-level designs, leveraging models, diagrams, flowcharts, etc.
• Pitch project proposals to departments, management, or clients.
• Work with DevOps team to define all aspects of development from appropriate technology to coding standards.
• Evaluate existing software solutions to identify areas for improvement as required.
• Suggest modifications for existing software to upgrade performance.
• Conduct testing to ensure optimal functionality as required.
• Support troubleshooting efforts on hard-to-solve issues.
• Ensure architectural integrity of software solutions.
• Oversee architectural approaches from conception to installation.
• Participate in industry conferences and industry standardization committees.
• Exhibit and practice professional and courteous behavior while interacting with both internal and external customers.
• Interact within a cooperative environment through beneficial behavior, commitment to common goals, contribution to problem solving, communication of ideas and suggestions, and encouragement to other employees and departments.
• Accountable, along with the DevOps team and Software Management team, for the control and distribution of documents and/or equipment subject to export control restrictions and the security of FSI materials, projects and business information regarding the methods and techniques used in the production and usage of FSI products.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Accountability – Shows up to work as scheduled, and follows instructions, policies, and procedures. Meets productivity standards, deadlines, and work schedules. Accepts full responsibility for quality of work, both independent and team projects.

Adaptability – Quickly modifies behavior to maintain effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or work environment. Approaches change as opportunities for learning and development.

Results Oriented– Focuses on results and desired outcomes and how best to achieve them by ensuring that they and others stay focused on the objective and perform in accordance with clear expectations.

Teamwork – Cooperates and collaborates with all teammates to achieve common goals by sharing information or expertise; working together to solve problems in a positive manner while valuing the contributions of others.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Participate in the hiring process to find, interview, and recommend superior candidates for software engineering positions within the company.

Mentor, encourage, and motivate software engineers.

Mentor and task interns.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: the requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience: (Minimum Requirements):

Bachelor’s Degree in CE, CS, SWE. Master’s degree in CE, CS, SWE Preferred, or a similar field with a minimum of 15 years’ experience in a software development role, systems architecture, or systems engineering role.

Strong project management skills.

The person for this position must have the following abilities/skills:

• Able to lead a team effectively.
• Superior interpersonal communication skills. Must have the ability to communicate complex software engineering concepts to others at all levels
• Clear and coherent written communication, including visual representations of models and data.
• Extensive understanding of architectural styles and design patterns.
• Familiarity with several coding and computer languages.
• Experience with database design and data modeling.
• Understanding of software quality assurance principles.
• Understanding of software development methodologies and development lifecycle (SDLC).

SOFTWARE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Advanced knowledge of the best practices, concepts and techniques of software engineering.
• Advanced knowledge of C++, concurrent programming and real-time computing.
• Advanced knowledge of internals and administration of Windows, Linux, and Server OS.
• Advanced software and systems-level troubleshooting skills in a multi-threaded real-time environment.
• Advanced knowledge of Development Toolsets (Microsoft and Linux).
• Advanced knowledge of source control systems.

EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

PC’s, PC hardware, networking hardware and basic office equipment. LANGUAGE SKILLS: Fluency in English, through both verbal and written communications; Able to read, analyze, and interpret general business documents, technical procedures, or governmental regulations; Able to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; Able to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients and customers. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Highest Skills: Able to comprehend and apply principles of advanced mathematics such as calculus, differential equations, and modern algebra. Able to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Able to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. REASONING ABILITY: Highest Skills: Able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Able to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES OR REGISTRATIONS:

Valid Driver’s License, where applicable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met and/or encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and high, precarious places. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $115,000.00 – $206,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Yearly pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Broken Arrow, OK 74012: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Software development: 10 years (Preferred)
• C++: 10 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location