Software Architect jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA

Performance Software and its sister company, Talent Tier, are midsize companies with a great work-life balance, providing innovative software and hardware to our client companies. We are a medium-size company having been in business for over 25 years with never having a layoff and very low turnover 2–4% per year. Our company is very dedicated to a great work/life balance.

We are looking for passionate Software or Systems Engineers to design and develop software solutions for state-of-the-art safety-critical systems in the areas of Avionics and Space Exploration to join our team. Positions include full-time[1] or hourly[2] , Medical/Dental/Vision benefits, and a 12% company paid individual IRA contribution for full-time employees.  Salary range is $75,000-$145,000 depending on experience. If you don’t live near one of our six offices (Phoenix, Seattle, Cedar Rapids, Grand Rapids, New Orleans and Tampa) you can work 100% from home.

• Bachelors or advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent development experience.
• Avionics software development experience including DO-178 Development. Standards is highly desirable but not required.
• Proficiency in at least one language such as C or C .
• Embedded software experience is desired but not required.
• Highly motivated with a self-starting attitude.

About Performance and Talent Tier:

Performance Software and its sister company, Talent Tier, are engaged in the design of Real-time Embedded Software and Hardware. This includes Avionics and Space Exploration applications such as Synthetic Vision Cockpit Displays, Flight Management System Guidance and Navigation, Platforms, and Datalink Applications. Our customers are both Commercial and Defense-related avionics and rocketry suppliers/manufacturers. Performance Software has been in business since 1998; we were awarded INC Magazine 5000 Fastest Growing Companies and Best Places to Work for multiple years. Both companies have locations in Phoenix, AZ, New Orleans, LA, Grand Rapids, MI, Clearwater, FL, Bothell, WA, Cedar Rapids, IA with other remote employees across the states.

Why Performance or Talent Tier?

Our foundation was built by implementing the characteristics from large companies that we liked and eliminating the characteristics that we did not. Without the archaic practices from larger organizations, we fully embrace the culture of clear accountability, a positive attitude, transparency between every department, and productivity over the clock. This builds trust between management and employee’s, which provides us with our greatest strengths as an organization, flexibility, and work life balance.

Competitive Benefits:

Our full-time team members receive competitive salaries plus a contribution, totally paid for by our company every paycheck to an individual IRA equal to 12% of your salary. Flexible hours.  Our team members are provided health/dental/vision insurance coverage plus STD/LTD coverage, separate paid sick time and vacation days, and major holidays. Hourly employees are paid a very competitive rate with medical/dental/vision benefits available.

To learn more about Performance Software:  https://www.psware.com/careers/

Performance Software and Talent Tier are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please discuss this with your recruiter if you are selected for an interview.

Keywords:  Avionics, DO-178, DOORS, C , C#, ADA, Python, Software Engineer, Software Developer, Senior Software Engineer, Senior Software Developer, Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, Systems Engineering, DO-254, ARINC, GPS, Navigation, Flight Controls, FMS, Displays, Platform, MATLAB, Simulink, V&V

Benefits:
401K, Childcare, Employee Events, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Free Food and Coffee, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Maternity/Paternity Paid Leave, Medical, Dental and Vision, Paid Holidays, Paid sick days, Parking , Performance bonus, Prescription Drug Coverage, Tuition Reimbursement, Vacation/paid time off

About the Company:
Performance Software

We serve industries that depend on quality and safety, which is why we have built our culture, and our reputation, upon sustained excellence in talent, innovation, responsiveness and cost-effectiveness.

Our employees are key to our success. They are technical experts, critical thinkers, team players and partners in building client relationships. We expect them to disrupt the status quo and take technology to new heights – and we give them the tools, responsibility and accountability to do just that.

Our goal is to provide a challenging and rewarding experience for people who are driven to innovate and execute at the highest level. We hire top talent with proven skills, domain expertise and drive. We then empower them to do what they do best: help each customer achieve their goals in the most efficient and cost-effective manner possible.

Company Size:
100 to 499 employees

Industry:
Computer Software

Founded:
1998

Website:
https://www.psware.com/