Engineer – Software; REQ

Engineer – Software (REQ 311) Overview

Applied Physical Sciences (APS) is seeking a highly motivated Software Engineer to join our San Diego, CA team full‑time. The selected candidate will contribute to the success of various projects, including the Future Waves () product, and maritime autonomy, sensing, communications and networking R&D projects. This role requires strong technical proficiency, disciplined engineering practices, and the ability to operate in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment.

APS works on exciting, technically challenging research & development programs where multidisciplinary teams work closely to address difficult national security needs. At APS you will work in a small company environment where technical and administrative excellence are rewarded, and an entrepreneurial spirit is encouraged. This position will allow applicants to make meaningful contributions to the APS mission.

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications and systems
• Create CI/CD pipelines to support automated builds and deployments
• Build and maintain responsive and high‑performing user interfaces
• Implement new features based on project requirements
• Debug software defects and performance issues
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers
• Travel occasionally as required
• Obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance

• B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
• Comfortable working and developing software in Linux environments, with proficiency in command‑line operations, system administration tasks, and using common Linux tools
• Proficient programming skills in C/C++, Java, Python, and/or MATLAB
• Strong understanding of user experience (UX) and software design principles
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Working knowledge of software middleware, such as Protocol Buffers
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker)
• Familiarity with No
  
  SQL databases (e.g., MongoDB)
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Dev Ops principles

• 2+ years of relevant professional experience
• Background in autonomy, networking or communications theory
• Fluency with Type Script and front‑end web development
• Familiarity with IP/TCP/UDP networking and RS232/RS422 communications
• Familiarity with autonomy standards, such as MOOS‑IvP, ROS, and/or UMAA
• Experience with the Zynq SoC platform, FPGAs, VHDL, and embedded systems

APS, a wholly owned subsidiary of the General Dynamics Corporation, offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and comfortable working conditions.

Candidates must be able to obtain a DoD security clearance.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume and application online at , fax 860‑495‑1744 (Attn: Human Resources), or mail to the company address. Please reference the requisition number and title of the position in the subject line of your submission.

EOE:
Vet/Disability