What you will do
Collaborate closely with a small, dedicated research team to develop innovative solutions to complex problems
Take ownership of significant features or components of projects and deliver them with minimal supervision
Lead technical discussions, guide architectural decisions, and mentor junior engineers
Develop and test novel software solutions spanning research, development, and deployed production systems
Analyze and improve existing designs and processes to optimize performance
Deliver high-quality software in a rapid-paced, research-focused team environment
Develop operational prototypes for experimentation and performance analysis
Create customer-facing operational systems, ensuring they meet high reliability and usability standards
Who you are
This position requires the ability to obtain a Top Secret (TS) security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is required by the U.S. Government
7+ years of experience in relevant software engineering roles
Proficient in Python, C, C++, or similar interpreted or low-level programming languages
Experienced with designing and implementing open architectures and rapid prototyping methodologies
Strong working knowledge of software testing, evaluation best practices, and industry-standard development lifecycles
Significant hands-on experience developing software with GNU/Linux toolchains using open-source software
Deep understanding of networking principles, including the 5-layer OSI networking stack
Strong team player with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Bachelor's (or higher) degree in Computer Science, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related field, with at least 7 years of relevant experience or equivalent expertise gained through prior roles
Nice to Have
Active Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance
Advanced experience in Python, MATLAB, and/or other high-level programming languages
Proven ability to build, deploy, and maintain production-ready software systems
Experience writing software in a multi-party, large-scale codebase
Demonstrated success managing technical challenges in experimental/laboratory environments, including performing quantitative analysis
Familiarity with multi-threaded or multi-core real-time operating concepts
Knowledge of high-level software architecture design and scalability principles
Demonstrated leadership abilities, including mentoring junior staff and contributing to team efficiency
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $157,000 - $224,000
The salary range listed is based on external market data. Final 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.
