ResponsibilitiesPeraton Labs is seeking a software engineer experienced in both advanced algorithm development and production-grade software engineering. The role includes researching, designing, prototyping, and validating algorithms in Python or C++, as well as transitioning prototype capabilities into reliable, scalable, and secure operational software.
A successful candidate will have experience working in mature software environments, including applying coding standards, using CI/CD pipelines, implementing automated testing, and deploying via containerized architectures. The position also involves integration with third0third software components at Peraton facilities, customer sites, and teammate locations.
Key Responsibilities
- Transition prototype software to a production-quality environment
- Develop automated tests and support CI/CD pipeline enhancements
- Integrate software into a third party modeling and simulation (M&S) environment
- Integrate third-party components for system level testing and verification
- Develop, package, and deploy containerized components for system integration
- Research, design and prototype advanced algorithms
- Conduct verification and characterization testing of algorithm performance
- Document algorithm design, performance results, and implementation details
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD; an additonal 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a BS/BA
- Strong C++ development experience within a production environment
- Experience with containerization technologies, Podman preferred
- Understanding of industry standard production software practices
- Experience integrating software within third-party environments
- Familiarization with Python
- Ability to travel to customer and teammate sites as needed
- US Citizenship with an active Secret clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with developing software for Electronic Warfare (EW) applications
- Experience with distributed, multi-threaded, asynchronous messaging systems
- Experience with open systems architectures
- Experience with automated test frameworks for C++ (GoogleTest)
Target Salary Range$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual0s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
