Software App S​/W Engineer

Overview

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation.

The Software Engineer 2 works on mission‑oriented projects that span from self‑driving cars and unmanned vehicles to medical applications and fielded systems for battlefield situational awareness. Software Engineers work on multiple projects in an Agile environment, converting customer requirements into functional, scalable software solutions. As a part of the Software Engineering Team, developers will build out software solutions and see a project through from the design and requirements stage all the way to testing and deployment in the field.

• Independently execute task assignments under the oversight of program leadership and/or senior staff.
• Design algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques, and adhere to software best practices.
• Analyze designs to demonstrate performance and functionality.
• Develop and execute software tests to check compliance with requirements.
• Prepare technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other required documentation.
• Communicate with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements and describe the design and deliverables.
• Identify challenges and risks associated with assigned tasks and communicate them to project leadership.
• Drive solutions to complex problems with limited direction—contribute to requirements development, propose unique solutions, and adapt appropriately to changes in requirements.
• Provide insight and suggest adaptations or modifications to processes and/or applications based on quantitative data or results.
• Identify project technical risks and mitigation strategies.

• Curiosity‑driven approach to solving complex, customer‑driven problems as part of a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Demonstrate an ability to learn new programming languages and technologies quickly.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively and openly with multi‑disciplinary program team members, program leadership, and non‑technical personnel.
• Be a team player able to work in a fast‑paced environment with the ability to balance multiple competing tasks and demands.

Requires a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or another related field. A master’s degree is preferred.

3–5 years of experience in Software Engineering or a related field.

Applicants selected for this position may be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Job Location
: Cambridge, Massachusetts )

US base salary range
: $75,000.00 – $ (includes only base salary; does not include bonuses or benefits).

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact .