Senior Software Engineer for Integration and Test

As a Senior Software Engineer for Integration and Test you will focus on supporting the development, integration, and validation of real-time RF sensor software systems. You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to implement software components, integrate algorithms into open architecture frameworks, and develop test infrastructure to validate system performance. This role emphasizes hands-on software development, open system integration, integrating software components across distributed architectures and with hardware platforms, and rigorous testing of real-time applications.

Responsibilities

Implement software components for real-time sensor systems in C/C++; Integrate signal processing algorithms into open architecture software frameworks; Develop and execute integration tests and system-level validation tests; Debug software issues in real-time, multi-threaded, and distributed systems; Work with senior engineers to translate algorithm specifications into software implementations; Develop test scripts and automated testing infrastructure; Perform hands-on lab work with signal processing hardware and test equipment; Document software designs, test procedures, results, and technical reports; Support system demonstrations and field testing activities; Participate in code reviews and contribute to software quality improvements; Collaborate with cross-functional teams including algorithm developers, systems engineers, and integration staff; Support approximately 20% travel for integration events, field testing, and customer demonstrations

Requirements

Active clearance at the Secret level with ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is a government requirement; BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with relevant experience depending on degree (BS +5 years, MS +3 years, PhD +1 year); Experienced in software development (internships and academic projects count); Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming; Experience with version control systems (Git); Experience with Linux; Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills; Strong willingness to learn signal processing and real-time embedded systems

Nice to have

Active Top Secret clearance (TS/SCI preferred); Effective written and verbal communication skills; Proficiency in Python or MATLAB; Experience with hands-on hardware testing and lab equipment; Coursework or experience in signal processing; Experience with real-time or embedded software development; Knowledge of multithreaded programming and synchronization; Understanding of open architecture principles and standards