Application Developer - Display Systems

RFA Engineering () is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering timely engineering support and expertise. We are seeking an Entry‑Level to Experienced candidate to become an integral part of our engineering team. The selected candidate will work with an experienced engineering staff using state‑of‑the‑art engineering tools & processes and will operate onsite at our customer's world‑class engineering and manufacturing facility.

This is a full‑time position with a full benefit package listed below. Opportunities for professional growth, direct hire by our customers, and additional opportunities within our own organization are included.

In this role you will design and develop advanced system displays and the applications each display will contain. The work requires C, C++, Qt/QML, and virtual machines that run Linux based operating systems. The developer will create robust operating‑system‑driven software for advanced displays in conjunction with the display systems team and product testing team.
Note:
This is not an embedded software engineering opportunity.

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications and frameworks for Linux‑based operating systems that power advanced machine display systems.
• Implement features, graphical interfaces, and system controls using C, C++, and Qt/QML.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including electrical, systems, and test engineers to define software requirements and system behavior.
• Work within an Agile development environment to plan, implement, test, and deliver iterative software improvements.
• Perform peer code reviews, troubleshoot issues, and provide solutions to both software and hardware interface challenges.
• Develop and execute unit and system‑level tests to validate software functionality and performance.
• Utilize modern development tools such as VS Code, Git, and Linux‑based build environments to manage and deliver quality software releases.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of software processes, tools, and practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 2 years of industry experience in software development.
• Proficiency in Object Oriented Programming (C++, Java, or C# Preferred).
• Practical experience with Git or equivalent version control systems.
• Understanding of UI/UX development principles and application design.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills for both software and system‑level issues.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including cross‑functional and international collaboration.
• Ability to interpret requirements and translate them into efficient, maintainable software solutions.

• Experience with 2D/3D graphics rendering and visualization.
• Knowledge of OpenGL or OpenCV for display rendering or image processing.
• Experience developing graphical user interfaces using Qt/QML.
• Exposure to Full Stack Development concepts and frameworks.
• Familiarity with CAN protocol or other machine communication interfaces.
• Understanding of MQTT or similar message‑based communication systems.
• Passion for creating innovative software solutions that enhance operator experience in rugged, real‑world environments.
• Collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to learning new technologies and tools.

Visa Sponsorship is NOT available for this role.

Salary Range: $65,000‑$95,000 per year, commensurate with experience.

• Health and Dental Insurance
• Supplemental Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long‑Term Disability
• Short‑term Disability
• Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
• Flexible Spending Plans for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care
• Extra Time Bonuses
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Education Assistance

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