Senior Software Algorithm Engineer; TS​/SCI; S

Senior Software Algorithm Engineer (TS/SCI) {S}

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ARKA Group L.P. (“ARKA”) is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next‑generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today.

This position is for a Senior Software Algorithm Developer looking for new challenging problems. As an Algorithm Developer, you will support the development of algorithms in a multitude of disciplines from Signal/Image Processing, Space Domain Awareness (SDA), Satellite Communication (SATCOM), and Signals Intelligence (SIGINT). As a technical lead, you will guide a team of developers to see these algorithms from prototype to operations.

We welcome applicants at varying experience levels. Candidates may be considered for sign‑on bonuses consistent with skills and experience levels. Many positions offer a flexible schedule. We offer generous relocation benefits for eligible candidates.

This is an on‑site position located in Aurora, Colorado.

• Lead a small software development team consisting of researchers, software algorithm developers, and full‑stack/cloud‑native developers to implement a multitude of algorithms which solve a broad set of challenges for our various customers and their domains.
• Apply knowledge of data structures and algorithms to create efficient solutions to our customers’ needs.
• Use cloud services to deploy software solutions.
• Review relevant publications to understand and apply cutting‑edge concepts to defense and commercial applications.
• Write technical documentation supporting code, program capabilities, and user guides.

• BS in computer science, computer engineering, mathematics, physics, or any other relevant STEM field.
• Experience leading an interdisciplinary team of researchers and software developers.
• Effective communicator with the ability to write and present technical reports.
• Experience with Python, C/C++, Java, or Rust.
• Experience developing algorithms in at least one of the following domains:
  Signal/Image Processing, Space Domain Awareness (SDA), Satellite Communication (SATCOM), Signals Intelligence (SIGINT).
• 5+ years of software development experience, preferably developing algorithms for high‑performance computing.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Willingness to obtain a Counter‑Intelligence (CI) polygraph if required.

• MS or PhD in computer science, computer engineering, mathematics, physics, or any other relevant STEM field.
• Experience with Linux.
• Familiarity with AWS cloud computing resources such as EC2, S3, Lambda, etc.
• Experience with additional languages such as C#, Go, or R.
• Experience with computational libraries such as OpenCV, Boost, Eigen, Dlib, etc.
• Experience with source code version control systems.
• Experience implementing algorithms on the GPU using CUDA and related libraries.
• Experience in application deployment, virtualization, and containerization.
• Experience working with remote sensing datasets (e.g., EO/OPIR/SAR images, passive RF).
• Experience developing modeling and simulation environments or OpenAI Gym environments for reinforcement learning problems.

$125,000 – $205,000. Salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis based on knowledge, skills, education, and experience. The application window will close in 60 days.

Aurora, Colorado. Located at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, Aurora offers access to natural beauty and is a short drive from Denver and the Denver International Airport.

• Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages.
• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts.
• 401(k) retirement plan with industry‑leading company contributions.
• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus paid sick leave and unscheduled life events.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs.
• Annual bonus program based on company and employee…