R&D Software Engineer; ESA

R&D Software Engineer (ESA)

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 verification of signal processing or control algorithms and software applications.

Troubleshoot and debug issues observed in ARL developed sonar systems.

Document and present work performed.

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/algorithm performance analysis.

Must possess 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.

Aptitude and willingness to continually learn new technologies and apply new skills.

Two years of professional experience programming in the C++ programming language.

Demonstrated technical proficiency in 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.

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

Resume/CV

3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Letter of interest

Unofficial college transcript.