Senior Software Engineer

Company: Thales
Location: Melbourne
Posted on: May 12, 2025

Job Description:

Location: Melbourne FL, United States of America

Interested in this role You can find all the relevant information in the description below.

Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar.

When you rely on airlines to connect you in flight, you rely on Thales. In an increasingly fast paced world, we make the unpredictable, predictable by connecting and entertain passengers to make your life better. Combining a diversity of talents, we master the decisive moments that matter to passengers and airlines. Whatever it takes.

Senior Software Engineer

Melbourne, FL or Overland Park, KS (Onsite)

Position Summary

Thales is looking for an Senior Software Engineer to join our radar processing software development team in Melbourne, Florida. The ideal candidate will have an in-depth understanding of operating systems, software migration, and cybersecurity practices, alongside extensive experience in software development. The radar processing software development team responsible for maintaining and enhancing the robustness, security, and performance of our radar processing software and infrastructure.

In this position, this team actively participates in data analysis and the investigation and resolution of potential technical issues in the radar data processing. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, technical expertise, and a dedication to continuous improvement.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Lead the migration and upgrade of an existing custom Operating System from CentOS 7.9 to Rocky Linux 8, with potential future upgrades to Rocky Linux 10. Ensure the operating system supports real-time radar processing, control, and monitoring software applications. Conduct kernel recompilations tailored to specific operational needs and security requirements.
Migrate and upgrade a virtual machine OS variant configured for cybersecurity functionalities, with regular security updates based on vulnerability scans.
Transition LDAP management from 389-DS to Cockpit, ensuring secure and efficient directory services. Optimize and manage virtual machines running cybersecurity functions (e.g., AIDE, LDAP) to reinforce system security.
Configure and secure network settings according to cybersecurity best practices, especially for radar processing and management systems.
Perform comprehensive testing of the upgraded OS to validate stability, security integrity, and application performance. Document all processes, configurations, and best practices to facilitate knowledge transfer within the team. Oversee the annual maintenance and upgrade of the OS for security purposes, addressing issues identified in vulnerability scans.
Participate actively in the development and maintenance of radar processing applications. Integrate, analyze, and resolve software defects. Design and implement potential new features.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field with a minimum of 8 years of experience in software engineering with a focus on operating systems and software migration.
Proficient in Linux-based systems.
Experience with version control, configuration management and automation tools.
Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash). Knowledge of performance tuning and monitoring tools for Linux systems. Experience in conducting comprehensive software testing and validation.
Previous experience in radar processing software development or similar real-time processing systems. Experience using Jira, and Git.
Must be a US Person as defined in applicable law. Must be a U.S. Person as defined in applicable law, or otherwise authorized or eligible for authorization, to access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/ or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

Special Position Requirements

Travel: 20% of the time

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

What We Offer

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.

If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales, please contact us at talentacquisition@us.thalesgroup.com.

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

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