Lead Software Engineer

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As a Lead Software Engineer, you will take ownership of implementing technical solutions for GNSS Simulation and related technologies. Your role will involve leading research and development efforts to implement new features, execute platform integrations, and ensure the validation and verification of system performance. You will collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to deliver robust, high‑quality systems. This position reports to the Software Engineering Manager, based in our Rochester, NY office.

• Develop software for high‑performance GNSS simulation systems.
• Validate, test, and document new or existing codebases.
• Communicate with sensors and other hardware systems, including low latency and precision time applications.
• Optimize code for deployment on devices with constrained computing power and storage.
• Write software to communicate with sensors and other hardware systems, including low latency and precision time applications.
• Implement and improve GNSS targeting algorithms for our current and future products.
• Provide on‑site technical expertise during system deployments, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in a related role.
• Bachelor's Degree (B.S.) in Computer Engineering, aerospace engineering, software engineering, or related engineering degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience with modern C/C++, Qt, Linux, networking protocols, and Python.
• Knowledge of Git, Git Lab, or equivalent source control and CI/CD tools.
• Experience with software architectures, open architectures, and software design.
• Experience with GNSS receivers, SDRs, and other navigation systems/sensors (preferred).
• Experience building latency‑sensitive systems with a strong understanding of low‑level aspects.
• Experience working with digital hardware (usage of flasher, JTAG, oscilloscopes, etc.) (preferred).
• Strong presentation and communication skills; ability to speak to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Demonstrated strong customer focus, ownership, urgency, and drive; adaptability to new technologies.
• Self‑motivated and able to prioritize effectively to achieve goals, comfortable with ambiguity.
• Secret‑level security clearance required or able to be obtained within one year of hire.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

• The ability and willingness to travel up to 10% of the time.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time; occasionally move around the office to access file cabinets and office machinery.

• Annual Bonus Opportunity
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Career Development
• Flexible working arrangements

Location:

Rochester, NY