Software Engineer- Newport, RI 1

Position Description & Qualifications
Serco is seeking experienced

Software Engineers

to join the AMSTC team in Newport, RI. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and testing of advanced unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV) systems for critical military programs. This role supports both internal R&D efforts and external stakeholders, with a focus on software sustainment, system integration, and DevOps pipeline management. This position requires the ability to work in a controlled and compliance-driven environment while supporting mission‑critical capabilities.

Serco supports the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC), including support for the design, acquisition, testing and sustainment of naval undersea warfare systems. You will be leading a team that works closely with the customer to deliver management, engineering, acquisition, and logistics support required to conduct system upgrades, maintenance, and sustainment in support of autonomous underwater vehicles. Serco has been supporting the Naval Sea Systems Command for over 50 years and has been recognized by the Navy for their outstanding contributions.

The position is contingent upon the ability to maintain or transfer a DoD Secret Security Clearance.

In This Role, You Will

Provide technical support to government and external user communities, including troubleshooting, issue resolution, and user engagement

Develop, maintain, and enhance core simulation software (PCX), including implementation of bug fixes and new capabilities

Conduct code audits and enforce software quality standards as part of the integration process with R&D development teams

Prepare, validate, and release software builds for external distribution in accordance with configuration management and security requirements

Perform lifecycle maintenance activities, including:

Operating system updates and patching

C++ compiler and library updates

DDS middleware configuration, updates, and troubleshooting

Design, implement, and maintain automated simulation and test pipelines, including nightly regression runs

Support simulation environments leveraging PCX, MOAA, and DSIM across diverse mission scenarios and vehicle configurations

Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure system performance, reliability, and compliance

Maintain and improve CI/CD pipelines in secure, controlled environments

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have

The ability to maintain or transfer a DoD Secret Security Clearance

A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field

2 years of relevant experience

Strong programming experience in:

C++

Python

Proficiency in Linux/Unix-based operating systems

Experience with:

Distributed systems (DDS or similar middleware preferred)

Version control (Git) and collaborative development workflows

CI/CD pipeline development and maintenance

Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices, including:

GitLab and GitLab Runners

Automated testing frameworks (e.g., Google Test)

Containerization technologies (e.g., Docker)

Ability to troubleshoot complex, integrated systems across software and infrastructure layers

Strong written and verbal communication skills

The ability to travel up to 10%

Additional Desired Experience And Skills

Experience with modeling and simulation environments or autonomy systems

Familiarity with PCX, MOAA, and/or DSIM (or similar frameworks)

Experience supporting software in classified or regulated environments

Background in robotics, unmanned systems, or naval/defense applications

Experience with secure software development practices and accreditation processes

Equal Opportunity Statement
Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency and Benefits
Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the scope of the role, relevant experience, job‑related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long‑term incentive opportunities.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract

401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds

Tuition reimbursement program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

Employee Assistance Plan

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