Senior Software Engineer

Location: Irvine, United States of America

Thales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world’s largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters. And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference.

Senior Software Engineer

Irvine, CA (Hybrid)

Position Summary

Thales is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our Software organization to develop new features of our next generation InFlight Entertainment and Connectivity (IFEC) product suite.

As a Scrum team member, the Senior Software Engineer will design and implement changes in the Android based client components and in the Linux based server components meeting the quality objectives.

In this position you will also support the system integration and verification team after delivery of each release, with investigating and providing fixes to resolve remaining issues.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Implement and integrate new features in our InFlight Entertainment and Connectivity (IFEC) product suite.
• Contribute to deliver the software releases to our airline customers, on-time, on-budget and at the expected quality level.
• Design and Implement Android framework services; Able to modify/create services in the Android framework, not just caller of the Framework services; Design and Implement software changes on Linux based server using C++/Java; Quality focused in terms of software delivery and adherence to the code maintainability and testability within the phases of software development lifecycle.
• Support the IFEC system Verification phase; Investigate issues found to identify the root cause; Provide Software fixes to the system Integration and Verification team.
• Must be able to proactively work with sense of urgency and accountability in an agile-driven (Scrum) environment within the context of the sprint commitments interacting with Product Owner and Software Architect.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement process in order to increase our competitiveness.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or related engineering discipline with 3+ years’ experience in related field.
• 2+ years’ experience with application/services in C++/Java programming in Android Framework; 2+ years’ Android Framework programming experience (modification/creation of services in Android framework, not just calling framework services); 2+ years’ experience with application development in Java, testing and troubleshooting distributed SW systems.
• Experience in all phases of software development lifecycle: requirements analysis, tech design, implementation, code review, testing, and release.
• Android media framework service (Android media player) and Android NDK (Native Development Kit).
• Proficient in Linux platform.
• Fundamental verbal and written communication; Proficiency in troubleshooting issues during development lifecycle and use necessary tools to measure software quality/performance.

If you’re excited about working with Thales, but not meeting the requirements for this position, we encourage you to join our Talent Community!

Special Position Requirements

• Schedule: Hybrid, core business hours Monday-Friday, optional 5/40 or 9/80 schedule.
• Physical Environment: Typical office environment.
• Regulatory Compliance Requirements: None.

What We Offer

The anticipated TTC range for this role is $125,073.68 - $166,764.90 USD Annual. The Company reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law. 

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following: 

• Elective Health and Dental plans. 
• Retirement Savings Plan with a company contribution and a match, and without vesting period. 
• Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave. 
• Company provided Life Insurance.

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This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with [a] criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal law, state law, and local ordinances.

Thales champions inclusion and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture. Thales is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

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The reference Total Target Compensation(TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between

This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including – but not limited to – the employee’s career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company’s annual salary budget, the customer’s program requirements, and the company’s internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law.

(For Internal candidate, if you need more information, please reach out to your HR Shared Service, 1st Point) 

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:
•Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance

•Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period

•Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off

•Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program