Staff Software Engineer

West Chester July 21, 2026 Full Time Phenom + Workday

Job Description Summary

Responsible for designing and programming a small module or a large component and designing a feature, set of features, or whole feature area. She/he will work independently and contribute to the immediate team and to other teams across business. She/he will Lead design discussion in a limited manner.

Job Description

Job Summary

As a Staff Software Engineer at General Electric Company, you will be a key contributor to the design, development, and deployment of complex software solutions across various GE business units. You will leverage your technical expertise to solve challenging problems, mentor junior engineers, and drive best practices in software engineering.

Job Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and implementation of highly scalable, reliable, and secure software applications and systems.

  • Architect and build robust APIs, microservices, and data processing pipelines.

  • Collaborate with product managers, UX designers, and other engineers to define technical requirements and translate them into actionable plans.

  • Conduct thorough code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards, performance, and security best practices.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex software defects and performance issues in production environments.

  • Mentor and guide junior and mid-level software engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.

  • Drive the adoption of new technologies, tools, and processes to improve development efficiency and product quality.

  • Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, from concept and design to testing, deployment, and operational support.

  • Contribute to the strategic technical direction of the team and department.


Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree from accredited university or college with minimum of 4 years of professional experience OR Associates degree with minimum of 7 years of professional experience OR High School Diploma with minimum of 9 years of professional experience.

  • Minimum 3 years of professional experience in software development with a strong emphasis on building enterprise-grade applications.

  • Strong experience with Vue or other UI frameworks.

  • Experience leveraging AI  development tools such as Claude and/ or Copilot.

  • Note: Military experience is equivalent to professional experience

Eligibility Requirement:

  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.  We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Expert proficiency in at least one modern programming language such as Java, Python, C++, Go, or JavaScript (Node.js).

  • Demonstrated experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

  • Solid understanding of software architecture patterns, data structures, and algorithms.

  • Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases.

  • Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.

  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a distributed team.

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.


Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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How to Get Hired at General Electric

  • GE Aerospace is the legal successor to the original General Electric, having completed its spin-off in April 2024. It is the world's largest jet engine manufacturer with $45.86 billion in revenue, approximately 57,000 employees, and engines powering roughly two-thirds of all commercial aircraft flying today.
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