Software Engineer

Radiance Technologies
Dahlgren, Virginia, United StatesFull-time$110,000–$150,000Posted Sep 5, 2026

About the role

Radiance Technologies is a 100% employee-owned company where innovation, ownership, and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a benefits package that stands out in the industry-featuring competitive salaries, full health/dental/vision/life insurance, a generous 401(k), educational reimbursement, and a supportive, dynamic work environment where you can thrive and grow. We're looking for a Software Engineer to join our Enhanced Modeling and Simulation (M&S) team. In this role, you'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary group of software engineers, data scientists, and operations research analysts to support the Joint Warfare Analysis Center and other Department of Defense and Intelligence Community partners. If you're passionate about building intelligent systems, leveraging machine learning, and creating innovative solutions that support national defense, this opportunity is for you. Estimated salary range for this position is between $110,000 - $150,000 per year. Key Responsibilities * Research, develop, and deploy machine learning algorithms for both software and hardware applications

Design and optimize systems using scientific analysis and mathematical modeling

Analyze complex datasets to develop high-performance software solutions

Build tools and systems to support software testing, validation, and performance benchmarking

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate modeling and simulation capabilities into DoD platforms Required Skills * Self-motivated with strong communication and organizational abilities

Capable of working independently with minimal supervision

Active TS/SCI security clearance required Required Experience * Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field (including at least 30 semester hours in mathematics, statistics, and computer science) * Proven experience designing and developing software for constructive simulation systems (e.g., AFSIM, ITASE, NGTS)

Full lifecycle software development experience, including prototyping, architecture, agile development, testing, and deployment

Expertise in modeling communications networks and building data pipeline tools for extraction, transformation, and aggregation

Strong programming proficiency in C++ and/or Java, with scripting knowledge in Python or R

Familiarity with full-stack development, including backend frameworks, CICD pipelines, scientific computing, Docker, Kubernetes, and regression testing

Hands-on experience with modeling and simulation environments like AFSIM, NGTS, and ITASE

Minimum of four years of experience Desired Qualifications * Experience with containerization and virtualization platforms (e.g., Docker, WSL2)

Proficiency in IDEs such as Visual Studio, Visual Studio Code, or PyCharm

Familiarity with DoD security, compliance practices, and secure software development Join Radiance Technologies and be part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of what's possible in defense innovation. Here, your work directly supports national security-and your ideas have a real impact. Radiance Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Responsibilities

  • Research, develop, and deploy machine learning algorithms for both software and hardware applications
  • Design and optimize systems using scientific analysis and mathematical modeling
  • Analyze complex datasets to develop high-performance software solutions
  • Build tools and systems to support software testing, validation, and performance benchmarking
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate modeling and simulation capabilities into DoD platforms

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • Proven experience designing and developing software for constructive simulation systems
  • Full lifecycle software development experience, including prototyping, architecture, agile development, testing, and deployment
  • Expertise in modeling communications networks and building data pipeline tools
  • Strong programming proficiency in C++ and/or Java, with scripting knowledge in Python or R
  • Familiarity with full-stack development, including backend frameworks, CICD pipelines, scientific computing, Docker, Kubernetes, and regression testing
  • Hands-on experience with modeling and simulation environments like AFSIM, NGTS, and ITASE

Benefits

  • Competitive salaries
  • Full health/dental/vision/life insurance
  • Generous 401(k)
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Supportive, dynamic work environment

Skills mentioned

C++JavaPythonMachine LearningData PipelinesETLDockerKubernetesCI/CDSoftware Testing

About Radiance Technologies

Radiance Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned prime contractor leading the way in developing government and commercial customer-focused solutions. Leveraging its record of technical innovation and operational expertise, Radiance Technologies offers: • Cyber Solutions, • Systems Engineering, • Technology Development, Production, Testing, and Evaluation, • Technology Application, • Intelligence Community Support, • Government Program Support, • And more The company’s 1000+ employees in offices around the U.S. serve customers in the Department of Defense (DoD), National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the national intelligence community, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), other government organizations, and selected commercial customers. Radiance Technologies continues to attract and retain talented motivated employees by being an employee-owned company – founded with the idea of providing an environment, a benefits package, and a stock ownership plan that are second to none. For more information, visit www.radiancetech.com.

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