Senior Software Engineer

General Description

HRL Laboratories develops radio frequency, millimeter-wave and electro-optical sensors using state-of-the-art materials and device fabrication processes to deliver agile, mission‑ready systems. Our high-performance solutions are highly integrated, architecturally low cost, and optimized for size, weight and power efficiency while leveraging commercial, custom and novel mixed-signal innovations.

• Work closely with scientists and engineers to develop software and architectures for radar systems.
• Solving customer problems and writing invention disclosures.
• Responsible for publishing papers, briefing customers, participating in proposal activities, and assisting in marketing HRL expertise.

• Ph.D. with experience in Radar Systems Engineering
• Strong expertise with radar systems with an emphasis on software development and radar algorithms.
• 5+ years of experience with software development including Embedded Systems, Full Software Development Lifecycle (Agile), and Prototype Development
• Use of MATLAB for analyzing data collected by our radar systems
• Experience with System Design and Architecture and Algorithm Development
• Experience with system engineering best practices.
• Experience coding with C/C++, Python, Bash, Perl
• Firm understanding of source control (Git Lab, Git Hub, Bitbucket, SVN)

• Computer science expert
• Expertise with Embedded Real-Time Systems
• Experience writing proposals, invention disclosures and publishing papers
• Knowledge of module and subsystem operation/integration is a plus.
• Familiarity with multiple types of operating systems (Linux, ROS, SEL4, Windows)

• Applicant must be able to interact professionally with program managers, co-workers, customers, perform detailed analyses of radar systems and components, and prepare written and oral presentations.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently.
• Must be willing to travel and work in a team of highly skilled engineers on complex projects, and willingness to work in a fast‑paced, deadline-driven environment.

• US Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance

• Pay Range : $140,700 - $175,900
• Benefits HRL offers a generous and very competitive total compensation and benefits package. Our Regular/Full Time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K match, gym facilities, PTO, Sick time, upward mobility, and an exciting and challenging work environment.

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