The Role:The SAAM group is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join high-performing teams transforming advanced concepts and algorithms into software implementations for prototypes and operational systems. You will work with scientists and engineers to design and implement algorithmic solutions to challenging national security problems. You will be responsible for enhancing the software architecture required to implement advanced algorithms in real-time hardware. You will also contribute to the development of engineer-facing tools and processes to facilitate long-term software development.
What you will do:- Collaboration: work as part of a small, focused team to implement and test real-time applications featuring open architecture software principles
- System Development: leverage mature hardware systems and develop code to integrate them together, collaborating with SMEs across STR to leverage advanced algorithms where needed
- System Test: work closely with test leads in the SAAM group to leverage testing capabilities across M&S and live test, leveraging Live-Virtual-Constructive (LVC) infrastructure
- Customer Engagement: support and brief customers throughout the program lifecycle
Who you are:- Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to excel under limited guidance
- Strong object-oriented programming skills in modern C++
- Proficient in test-driven development and CI/CD practices
- Experience with cross-platform development (Windows, Linux, iOS) and version control workflows
- Proficiency in MATLAB and/or Python
- BS with 5+ years experience or MS with 3+ years experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- Ability to obtain a security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by U.S. Government.
Even Better:- Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance
- 2+ years of experience with open architecture systems such as OMS/UCI and A-GRA
- Experience with radar or EO/IR systems
- Familiarity with real-time algorithm optimization, especially for radar or remote sensing applications
- Experience with software quality tools (static/dynamic analysis, automated testing frameworks)
Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $139,000 - $180,000
The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.
STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, and Carlsbad, CA. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.
STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.
STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at www.str.us for more info.
