Software System Safety Engineer
Booz Allen Hamilton
- Location
- Arlington, VA
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- H-1B history
- 9 approvals (FY2023)
- Posted
- Sep 3, 2026
Skills
About this role
Software System Safety Engineer The Opportunity: As a full stack developer, you can resolve a problem with a complete end-to-end solution in a fast, agile environment. If you’re looking for the chance to not just develop sof tware, but to create a system that will make a difference, we need you on our team. We’re looking for an experience d developer like you with the skills needed to develop sof tware and systems from vision to production ready. This role is more than just coding. As a senior full stack developer at Booz Allen, you’ll use your passion to master new tools and techniques and identify needed system improvements. You’ll help clients overcome their most difficult challenges using the latest architectural approaches, tools, and technologies. You’ll make sure the solution developed by the team considers the current architecture and operating environment, as well as future functionality and enhancements. We are searching for a sof tware development professional interested in leveraging that experience to become a sof tware system safety practitioner. Sof tware system safety practitioners do not typically develop sof tware – instead, they use various analytical met hods to assess the risk sof tware may contribute to the system under consideration. Work with us as we shape systems for the better. Join us. The world can’t wait. You Have: 2+ years of experience developing complex systems, including developing and debugging multi–threaded or real–time embedded sof tware Experience with object-oriented programming and familiarity with high reliability computing platforms and architecture such as Real Time Operating Systems ( RTOS ) , Linux, Windows, or Mac Experience with C, C++, ADA, Rus t, or Java Experience with the full sof tware development lifecycle, from requirements decomposition to test verification and deployment Experience implementing programming and sof tware development standards Experience building effective rapport with stakeholders from different disciplines to achieve success Experience using sof tware development environments and tools, including Eclipse, Micro sof t Visual Studio, or Rational Sof tware Experience operating systems and compiler technology Secret clearance Bachelor’s degree in CS, EE, Engineering, or Sof tware Engineering Nice If You Have: Experience with sof tware system safety implementation Experience with sof tware testing Experience with MIL-STD-882 or equivalent system safety standards Experience with FPGAs, PLDs, and firm ware development Experience with AI / ML sof tware safety and test and evaluation of fully autonomous systems Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills Master’s degree in CS, EE, Engineering, or Sof tware Engineering Certified Safety Professional ( CSP ) , Navy Principal for Safety ( PFS ) , or Certified Systems Engineering Professional ( CSEP ) Certification s Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information ; Secret clearance is required. 
Skills Assessment
As part of Booz Allen’s skills first hiring process, candidates must complete the required skills assessment to ensure they meet the Basic Qualifications for this role. Candidates must complete the assessment and meet the minimum proficiency threshold to continue in the hiring process.
 Compensation At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20