Senior Software Engineer
STR
About the role
Sophisticated integrated systems play a critical role in national security efforts, facilitating an understanding of the global situation, strategic planning, and tactical execution. The reliability, accessibility, and sophistication of these systems can determine the outcomes of conflicts before they begin. STR’s Systems Development Division (SDD) focuses on developing advanced technology solutions to provide asymmetric advantages within the information domain. SDD executes the entire lifecycle of the solution, from conceptualization and architecture refinement through implementation and deployment, while leveraging novel technologies to deliver first-of-a-kind systems. Current efforts include programs for airborne and space RF sensors and advanced operations enabled by multi-function, multi-modal capabilities.
As a Senior Software Engineer in SDD, you will design, develop, and test C++ software implementing complex embedded radar systems, with a primary focus on Air-to-Air applications.
What you will do:
Translate system and software requirements into software designs compliant with architectural constraints and open architecture requirements
Implement robust, high-quality C++ software suitable for mission-critical, real-time systems with high reliability and availability requirements
Develop test frameworks to verify correct implementation and performance of C++ software
Utilize and help iteratively improve DevSecOps development practices
Participate in peer reviews of requirements, architecture, software implementations, and test plans
Document software designs and interfaces
Develop analysis tools
Perform root cause analysis of software defects and implement corrections
Who You Are:
This position requires the ability to obtain a Top Secret Security clearance, for which U.S citizenship is needed by U.S. Government
BS in Computer Science or related technical field with at least 5 years of relevant experience
Demonstrate expertise in C++14 and software engineering techniques including multi-threading, memory management, and performance optimization
Have experience integrating with larger software systems, including unit and system-level testing
Understand the use of GitLab, CI/CD tools, automated testing frameworks, and code quality tools in software development processes
Feel comfortable adopting to new programing languages, third-party software frameworks, and innovative technologies
Even Better:
Active security clearance
Demonstrate familiarity with signal processing or mathematical modeling
Have experience with GPU software development
Have experience with RDMA
Have experience with C++17 and beyond
Demonstrate familiarity with radar concepts
Demonstrate familiarity with integrated systems combining software and hardware to interact with the physical world
Have experience in developing, optimizing, and translating MATLAB algorithms into efficient C++ code
Hold an advanced degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field
Understand automation frameworks and tools used to streamline repetitive tasks and manage complex workflows
Have domain expertise in one or more of the following areas: electronic warfare, antenna apertures, sensor resource management, large-scale platform test systems, cyber physical systems, open system architectures
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $138,000 - $190,000
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, Carlsbad, CA, Atlanta, GA, and Denver, CO. 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.
STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at appassist@str.us and provide your contact info.
Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and test C++ software for complex embedded radar systems.
- Translate system and software requirements into designs that meet architectural constraints.
- Build reliable, mission-critical real-time software and test frameworks.
- Use and improve DevSecOps practices, automated testing, and CI/CD workflows.
- Participate in peer reviews and document software designs and interfaces.
- Develop analysis tools and troubleshoot software defects.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field and at least 5 years of relevant experience.
- Expertise in C++14, multithreading, memory management, and performance optimization.
- Experience integrating software with larger systems and conducting unit- and system-level testing.
- Familiarity with GitLab, CI/CD tools, automated testing frameworks, and code quality tools.
- Ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
Skills mentioned
About STR
STR is driven to deliver impact. We take pride in formulating solutions to the nation's newest, hardest problems through sustained innovation and application of technology. As the world becomes increasingly inter-connected, our model for keeping society safe must evolve. STR is leading the way, with cutting edge cybersecurity tools that wrangle complexity, analytics toolsets that drive sensemaking to the user, sensing that exploits the intricacies of physics, and systems that deliver capability to make us safer. Our people and our values drive us. We are an employee-owned company that seeks lasting, long-term contribution and not short-term returns. We strive to leave the world a little better and safer each day, both through our work and our interactions with each other. We believe that by coming together and working together, we can achieve greater impact than we ever could alone.