ABET Accredited Engineering or Computer Science Degree or equivalent experience
5-7 years of experience in software engineering preferred
Strong programming skills in Java, C++, and C#
Expertise in GitLab CI/CD and scripting languages (Bash, Python, PowerShell)
Proficiency with UNIX and Windows command line environments
Responsibilities
Collaborate with hardware and network engineers to integrate software with system requirements
Research emerging technologies to enhance development processes and system performance
Create detailed technical documentation for software designs and APIs
Clearly communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and executives
Design and implement high-quality, maintainable software solutions
Debug and optimize systems for performance and scalability
Benefits
Full medical insurance coverage
Paid leave and holidays
Multiple retirement plan options
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance and work/life benefits
Flexible work schedules and educational assistance
Company-sponsored events and career development programs
Full Job Description
Cepeda Systems and Software Analysis, a rapidly growing small company in Huntsville, AL, is currently seeking a motivated and ambitious Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Software Engineer to join the Software, Simulation, Systems Engineering and Integration Directorate (S3I) Joint Technology Center - Systems Integration Lab (JSIL) Tech Center. The UAS Software Engineer will collaborate with other developers, testers, and cyber personnel to address bugs and add new features to the codebase.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with managers, hardware engineers, network engineers, and other stakeholders to implement system requirements and ensure seamless integration between software, hardware, and network components.
Innovation & Technology Evaluation: Stay current on emerging technologies and industry trends, new tools, frameworks, and methodologies that improve the development process and system performance.
Documentation & Communication: Responsible for creation of detailed technical documentation, including system designs, APIs, and architectural diagrams. Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders and executives.
Software Development & Optimization: Support the design and implementation of software solutions, ensuring high-quality, maintainable, and scalable code. Assist with efforts in debugging, and optimization for large-scale systems.
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
ABET Accredited Engineering Degree or Computer Science Degree or 6 years or relevant experience in lieu of a degree. A degree and 3+ years of experience is preferred.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Strong experience with object-oriented programming in multiple languages such as java, c++, and c#.
Strong experience using Gitlab CI/CD.
Strong experience with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or PowerShell including the automation of system and application installations is required.
Strong understanding of general computing system architectures and virtual machines.
Strong command line experience with UNIX based operating system or Windows command line configuration is required.
DESIRED SKILLS:
Experience with Atlassian workflow management software.
Experience with software development and testing
Experience with Uncrewed Aircraft Systems.
Experience using Gradle.
Willingness to be hands on with the hardware away from assigned desk.
REQUIRED CLEARANCE:
Must have or be able to obtain a SECRET security clearance.
Must be a US Citizen
What We Offer:
Our industry-leading benefits package goes above and beyond competitive salary commensuration for those just beginning their career and seasoned professionals alike. Our comprehensive benefits package includes full coverage medical insurance, paid leave and paid holidays, multiple retirement plan options, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and work/life benefits including career development and recognition programs. Other perks we offer are flexible work schedules, company-sponsored events, and educational assistance.
