R&D Software Engineer; ESA

Purpose

Research and development of software applications for sonar and underwater acoustics, including algorithm design, implementation, verification, and performance analysis in the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL).

• Design, implement and test real‑time and data analysis software applications to support the development of high‑frequency tactical sonar systems.
• Work and communicate with a cross‑disciplinary team of engineers and scientists to meet project deadlines and milestones.
• Integrate sonar software or hardware with other systems or platforms.
• Profile or verify signal‑processing or control algorithms and software applications.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues observed in ARL‑developed sonar systems.
• Document and present work performed.
• Perform other related functions as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capability.
• Demonstrated ability programming in the C++ programming language.
• Thorough understanding of object‑oriented programming concepts, data structures, design patterns and algorithm performance analysis.
• Basic understanding of Linux operating systems and administration.
• Strong communication skills and readiness to work with team leads to ensure technical execution matches design goals.
• Ability to work independently with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, and effectively communicate with all stakeholders.

• Two years of professional experience programming in C++.
• Experience developing multi‑threaded, multi‑process, multi‑machine computational software applications in a Linux environment.
• Experience with open‑source build tools such as CMake.
• Experience utilizing common application debugging and performance profiling tools.
• Understanding of common network protocols such as TCP/IP.
• Familiarity with interpreted scripting languages such as Python or Bash.
• Knowledge of database concepts and/or familiarity with SQL.
• Exposure to geospatial analysis and GIS concepts.
• Exposure to radar or underwater acoustic theory and common digital signal processing techniques.
• Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.

• 100% employer‑paid basic medical coverage
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays

$88,500 – $120,000+ (negotiable depending on qualifications).

• Standard office conditions
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity
• Possible weekend, evening and holiday work
• Possible interstate/intrastate travel

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