Algorithm Software Engineer - Tracking

Davis Strategic Innovations; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Davis Strategic Innovations in Huntsville, AL seeks an Algorithm Software Engineer to support a defense command-and-control system. You will develop Java-based software implementing mathematical algorithms for real-time tracking and work across the full SDLC.

The role requires a DoD Secret clearance, 1+ year of related experience, and strong problem-solving and communication skills within an Agile, multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance.
• 1+ year software engineering or algorithm development experience.
• Experience with Java applications or another OO language.
• Experience in Unix/Linux environments.
• Understanding of full software development lifecycle.
• Experience supporting software integration and testing.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Java-based software for real-time tracking and algorithms.
• Implement mathematical algorithms within tactical software applications.
• Create and maintain software design documentation and artifacts.
• Participate in design and code reviews.
• Develop and execute automated unit tests.
• Support integration, system testing, and requirements verification.
• Investigate software behavior, identify root causes, and propose solutions.
• Present designs and results to stakeholders.
• Engage in Agile planning, sprint planning, and work decomposition.
• Collaborate with systems engineering, test, deployment, and operations teams.

Skills

Problem solving

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

CS/Software Eng degree or technical training

Tools

MATLAB

Python

DevSecOps

Job description

Job Description

Algorithm Software Engineer - Tracking

Location: Huntsville, AL Clearance: Active DoD Secret Experience: 1+ years Certification: No IAT certification required. Security+ is preferred.

Position Overview

We are seeking an Algorithm Software Engineer to support the development of a complex defense command-and-control system. The engineer will develop and maintain Java-based software that implements mathematical algorithms supporting real-time tracking capabilities.

This position supports the full software development lifecycle, including design, implementation, code review, integration, testing, troubleshooting, and technical presentations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Java-based software supporting real-time tracking and algorithm capabilities.
• Implement mathematical algorithms within tactical software applications.
• Create and maintain software design documentation and other technical artifacts.
• Participate in software design reviews and code reviews.
• Develop and execute automated unit tests.
• Support software integration, system testing, and requirements verification.
• Investigate software and system behavior, identify root causes, and recommend solutions.
• Present software designs and technical results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in Agile planning, sprint planning, work decomposition, and execution.
• Collaborate with systems engineering, integration and test, deployment, and operational support teams.

Required Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance.
• At least 1 year of related software engineering or algorithm development experience.
• Experience developing Java applications or software using another object-oriented programming language.
• Experience working in Unix or Linux environments.
• Basic experience designing or developing complex mathematical algorithms.
• Understanding of full software development lifecycle activities.
• Experience supporting software integration and testing.
• Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to evaluate system behavior, identify root causes, and recommend solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree or technical training in computer science, software engineering, mathematics, or a related field.
• Experience developing software within an Agile environment.
• Experience participating in work decomposition and sprint planning.
• Experience developing software or algorithms within a structured, process-based team environment.
• Experience developing Java applications within a DevSecOps framework.
• Experience developing automated unit tests and verifying software requirements.
• Experience using MATLAB or Python to prototype algorithms before transitioning them into tactical Java software.
• Security+ certification.