IPG Photonics

Software Engineer - UX / Front-End

IPG Photonics • $90K — $110K *
Huntsville, AL 35810In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
  • 3-7 years of UX/front-end development experience for technical systems.
  • Proficiency in C++ and C# with Qt/QML on Windows and Linux.
  • Experience with real-time or data-rich interfaces.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing UI/UX for camera or defense systems.
  • Familiarity with GPU-accelerated rendering (OpenGL or similar).
  • Excellent communication skills for collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement user-friendly GUIs in C++/C# and Qt.
  • Integrate real-time telemetry and safety data into visual displays.
  • Collaborate with system operators to refine workflows and interface designs.
  • Support augmented reality for alignment and targeting applications.
  • Apply secure coding and code-review practices.
  • Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and usability standards.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for mid-level career advancement.
  • Mentorship from experienced engineers in the defense sector.
  • Engagement in mission-critical projects with real-world impact.
  • Work with cutting-edge technologies in high-energy laser systems.
  • Supportive team environment with a focus on usability standards.
Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY

The Software Engineer - UX / Front-End develops operator dashboards and visualization tools for IPG's defense-grade high-energy laser systems. This position combines UX design principles with high-performance C++/Qt development to create real-time control and situational-awareness interfaces for mission-critical applications. This opening targets a mid-level engineer; junior and senior candidates may also be considered, with level determined by experience and qualifications.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Design and implement intuitive, easy-to-use GUIs in C++/C# and Qt (including QML) for laser command, camera views, diagnostics, and health monitoring.
  • Integrate real-time telemetry, video, and safety data into unified, low-latency visual displays.
  • Work directly with system operators and test teams to refine workflows, run usability evaluations, and iterate on interface designs.
  • Support AR-based visualization for alignment and targeting.
  • Apply secure-coding, code-review, and CI practices across the interface codebase.
  • Ensure adherence to DFARS cybersecurity and MIL-STD usability standards.


  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
    • 3-7 years of experience in front-end or UX development for technical systems (junior and senior candidates considered at the appropriate level).
    • Proficiency in C++ and C# with Qt/QML on Windows and Linux.
    • Experience building real-time or data-rich interfaces (telemetry, monitoring, or control applications).
    • Experience developing UI/UX for camera or video systems and/or defense systems, with a demonstrated focus on operator ease of use.
    • Experience with GPU-accelerated rendering (OpenGL or similar).
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-disciplinary collaboration.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
    • Active DoD security clearance.
    • AR/VR interface development experience (Unity or Unreal Engine).
    • Experience with HMI design for mission-critical or safety-critical systems.
    • Familiarity with defense UI/UX standards and human-factors principles.
    • Experience with Java, CUDA, or video streaming pipelines (e.g., GStreamer).
    • Experience conducting usability testing with end users.

    WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
    • Primarily office/lab setting; occasional travel to field sites and use of laser-safety PPE.

About IPG Photonics

IPG Photonics is a leading developer and manufacturer of high-performance fiber lasers and amplifiers for diverse applications in numerous markets. IPG Photonics' diverse lines of low, medium and high-power lasers and amplifiers are used in materials processing, communications, entertainment, medical, biotechnology, scientific and advanced applications.
Learn more about IPG Photonics
Size
6,580 employees
Market Cap
$4.4 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$159.5 million
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
+7.7%
Revenue
$1.2 billion
NASDAQ
IPGP
* Ladders Estimates

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