Thales · 16 hours ago
Senior Software Engineer
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $233K/yr
9+ years expThales is a leader in digital security solutions, providing identity management and data protection for businesses and governments. They are seeking a highly experienced Senior Software Engineer to lead the design and governance of core software products for law enforcement agencies, ensuring high performance and compliance with security standards.
AerospaceCyber SecurityIndustrial ManufacturingMilitaryRemote SensingSecurityTransportation
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide technical leadership across cross-functional teams to define, design, and evolve complex software solutions for law enforcement products, primarily within cloud-based environments
Lead the full software development lifecycle at a systems and architecture level, guiding requirements analysis, solution design, implementation approaches, validation strategies, and long-term maintainability of core products
Deploy, configure, and validate core products and solutions in cloud environments, ensuring alignment with architectural guidelines and operational requirements
Define and enforce engineering best practices, coding standards, and design patterns to ensure the delivery of secure, scalable, and high-quality software across multiple projects and teams
Drive resolution of complex, high-impact technical issues, including performance, scalability, and reliability challenges, performing root-cause analysis and defining sustainable corrective actions
Continuously evaluate emerging technologies, tools, and industry trends, recommending and driving adoption where appropriate to advance product capabilities, security posture, and development efficiency
Partner with engineering leadership, and project design authority team to translate business, customer, and regulatory requirements into coherent technical architectures and implementation strategies
Lead and influence technical reviews with the technical board, including architecture and code reviews, providing expert guidance and decision-making to ensure consistency, quality, and long-term product health
Establish and maintain authoritative technical documentation, including architecture descriptions, reference designs, and technical standards, to support product scalability and knowledge transfer across teams
Operate as a recognized technical expert, collaborating with Software Engineers and Architects to guide technical direction while remaining hands-on
Provide technical leadership and subject-matter expertise in sales and bid activities, shaping solution architectures, assessing feasibility and risk, and contributing to competitive, compliant proposals
Perform additional responsibilities consistent with the scope and expectations of a senior technical leadership role
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field (or foreign equivalent)
9+ years of progressively responsible experience in software engineering, demonstrating expert-level application of software engineering principles, system design, and development lifecycles
Recognized expertise in modern software development, including advanced object-oriented and service-oriented design, using languages and frameworks such as Java, .NET, C#, Angular, and/or React to deliver complex, mission-critical systems
Advanced scripting and automation expertise (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) to support large-scale deployment, integration, and operational efficiency
Extensive hands-on experience leading deployment, integration, and configuration of complex software solutions in both on-premises and cloud environments (AWS and/or Azure), including infrastructure-as-code and orchestration tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and Helm
Demonstrated experience providing technical leadership for software integration and deployment of complex, multi-component systems across teams or programs
Proficiency in version control and enterprise-scale development workflows, including Git and Bitbucket, with experience influencing branching, release, and quality practices
Deep expertise in secure software design and development, including application security, authentication and authorization mechanisms, and protection of sensitive data both in transit and at rest
Strong experience in data modeling, query optimization, and performance tuning using relational databases such as SQL Server and MySQL
Thorough understanding of software development methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall, with the ability to select and adapt practices based on program complexity and delivery needs
Expert knowledge of web API design principles, including scalability, usability, performance, and security considerations
Advanced understanding of server-side application architecture, including scalability, resiliency, fault tolerance, and long-term maintainability
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts, influence stakeholders, and guide teams without formal authority
Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, with a demonstrated ability to diagnose complex, high-impact technical issues and define sustainable, cost-effective solutions
Demonstrated pragmatic and strategic technical judgment, balancing quality, risk, cost, and delivery while guiding engineering decisions in ambiguous or evolving environments
Must have U.S. Citizenship to obtain the post-hire Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Clearance from the Federal Bureau of Investigation and must be able to obtain post-hire clearance from the Committee on Foreign Investments in the U.S. (CFIUS) and Department of Treasury
Benefits
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
Company
Thales
Thales (Euronext Paris: HO) is a global leader in advanced technologies for the Defence, Aerospace, and Cyber & Digital sectors.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$533.58MKey Investors
European Investment Bank
2025-09-17Post Ipo Debt· $533.58M
1999-04-01IPO
Leadership Team
Abdelhafid Mordi
Chairman & CEO Thales Emarat Technologies
Emily Tan
CEO, Thales Solutions Asia Pte Ltd and Country Director, Thales in Singapore
Recent News
2026-01-20
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