E01-C07 Software Engineer

Talentwerx.Io; Hollywood (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Aether Aerospace is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join our team in Hollywood, MD.

You will contribute to development and sustainment of advanced software for DoD and commercial programs, focusing on secure, reliable systems in a DoD contractor environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 7–10 years of embedded software development experience.
• 3–5 years of software development team leadership or management.
• Experience in DoD or defense contractor programs is highly desirable.
• Experience with RMF, STIG, and data labeling requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality software as an individual contributor.
• Mentor junior team members and guide architecture decisions.
• Own problems end‑to‑end and drive them to resolution.
• Design robust, maintainable, and high‑performing systems.
• Work within complex codebases and distributed systems.
• Improve architecture, tooling, and development workflows.
• Lead technical discussions and align stakeholders.
• Produce design documentation and communicate clearly.

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Tools

Git

CI/CD Tools

Angular

Qt/QML

Networking: UDP/TCP, DDS

Embedded Linux

RTOS: VxWorks/QNX/FreeRTOS

Secure coding

Job description

Start Date: Immediate

LOCATION

Hollywood, MD

OVERVIEW

Our client is seeking a Software Engineer to join our dynamic team in providing cutting‑edge technical solutions. The Software Engineer will contribute to the development and sustainment of advanced technology solutions in support of Department of Defense and commercial programs. This role focuses on creating reliable, secure, and innovative software to meet mission objectives, while working closely with multidisciplinary teams in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment. Candidates should bring strong technical expertise, problem‑solving skills, and the ability to operate within the requirements of a DoD contractor environment.

Salary Range: $100,000 - $180,000

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Consistently delivers high-quality work as an individual contributor.
• Mentors junior team members through example and feedback.
• Demonstrates ownership mindset, seeing problems through to resolution.
• Designing and building systems that are robust, maintainable, and performant.
• Working within complex codebases or distributed systems.
• Introduces improvements in architecture, build tooling, or development workflows.
• Solves open-ended problems with limited guidance.
• Balances technical tradeoffs with product and business objectives.
• Leads technical discussions and builds consensus.
• Produces clear design documentation and effectively aligns stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Proficiency in C++, C, Python, and JavaScript/TypeScript
• Experience with RTOS environments (VxWorks, QNX, FreeRTOS), Embedded Linux, and deterministic/preemptive scheduling
• Hands‑on experience with Git and CI/CD tools including Atlassian Bamboo, Jenkins, Bitbucket Pipelines, and GitLab CI
• Familiarity with Angular and Qt/QML for UI development
• Strong understanding of UDP/TCP protocols, multicast networking, and DDS (Data Distribution Service)
• Proven ability to motivate teams, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and manage expectations.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems, real‑time constraints, and hardware/software integration.
• Experience with process improvement and implementing engineering best practices.
• Experience managing software projects in classified or restricted environments (e.g., DoD, IC, or defense contractor programs).
• Strong understanding of secure software development practices, including handling of classified data and systems.
• Working knowledge of DoD software assurance, RMF, STIG compliance, and data labeling requirements.
• Prior experience leading teams within SCIF or SAPF facilities.

Clearance: Ability to obtain Top Secret clearance

Years of Experience and Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field and 7–10 years of embedded software development experience with 3–5 years managing or leading a software development team.

Aether Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.