Lead, Software Engineer – DSP Digital Signal Processing, waveform US Citizens only

A New Beginning-Genesis 2; United States; On-site; USD 117,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A New Beginning-Genesis 2 is seeking a Lead, Software Engineer – DSP to drive design and development of real-time embedded software for digital communications. You will lead a cross-functional team through requirements, design, simulation, implementation, testing, and documentation within an Agile Scrum environment.

The role emphasizes waveform design, DSP for communications, and expertise with embedded C/C++, MATLAB, and FPGA collaboration.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of real-time embedded software in C/C++.
• Graduate degree with 7+ years of related experience; or 13+ years without degree.
• Experience leading cross-functional software teams.
• DSP waveform design and DSP for digital communications experience.
• Agile Scrum and DevOps experience desired.
• Experience with FPGA design, development, and testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional team through all phases of the software lifecycle.
• Design, develop, modify and evaluate embedded software for communications systems.
• Implement software in Agile Scrum framework and drive quality and reliability.
• Coordinate with hardware, test, and product management to deliver high-quality radio products.
• Translate customer requirements into total system solutions balancing technical, schedule, and cost constraints.

Skills

DSP waveform design

Embedded C/C++

Leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Graduate degree in Engineering

13+ years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

MATLAB

FPGA design tools

DevOps tools

RTOS

CMMI

Job description

Lead, Software Engineer – DSP Digital Signal Processing, waveform US Citizens only

Screening Questions

Have you helped design or implement a digital communication waveform?

Have you implemented DSP algorithms in a communications system>

How much DSP experience do you have?

Do you have embedded C and C++ experience?

Job Description: The company's Communications and Mission Critical Communications sector is seeking a highly motivated, team oriented digital signal processing software design engineer who will lead a cross functional team with hands on responsibility for all phases of the software development process from requirements definition through integration and testing of completed product. Emphasis will be on waveform design and digital signal processing for digital communications. Other responsibilities will include high-level design, detailed design, simulation, implementation, testing and documentation. Experience with leading collaborative software design/development/test teams is expected. Experience with digital signal processing (DSP), embedded C++/C and MATLAB is expected. Experience working with Agile Scrum, and DevOps-based software development is desired. Experience in engineering requirements analysis, development, and testing is desired.

Essential Functions

The responsibilities and duties of this position include but are not limited to:

Research, design, develop, modify and evaluate embedded software for electronic or other communications systems in conjunction with hardware product development.

Lead and contribute to the execution of the assigned portion of the entire product development cycle in an Agile Scrum framework.

Perform detailed analysis including requirements analysis, use case scenarios, conceptual design, trade studies, test, operation, maintenance, and reliability analysis of radio communications products, internal subsystems, and external systems.

Work with test, manufacturing, product and program management and others to define and execute radio product development and deliver high-quality radio products.

Ensure the conversion of customer requirements, including informal requirements, into total systems solutions that balance the technical, schedule and cost constraints of the program.

Consult with electrical engineers and other engineering staff to evaluate interface between hardware and software and operational performance requirements of the overall system.

Develop software system testing procedures and design documentation.

Exhibit effective interpersonal skills and the ability to convey technical matters in a clear and logical manner.

Have the opportunity to stay up to date with the latest advancements in DSP technology and apply new techniques and methodologies.

Contribute to the strategic direction of DSP solutions and identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.

Work closely with an Agile team of experienced software engineers on projects that involve the development and analysis of innovative real-time signal processing solutions.

Ability to Obtain US Security Clearance

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Engineering discipline with a minimum 9 years of relevant experience developing real-time embedded software in C or C++. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills

Experience developing designing, developing, and implementing DSP algorithms.

Experience simulating and analyzing DSP algorithms.

Ability to interpret hardware schematics, circuit designs, and datasheets.

Proficiency with multi-threaded, multi-core design and/or real-time operating systems.

Experience with all phases of the software project development life cycle, including software analysis, design, development, testing (including software unit testing), and automation tools.

Experience in Agile software development methodologies using an iterative, time-boxed development process (SCRUM).

Experience/knowledge of Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) systems and software development processes or other defined SW development processes.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to analyze and debug software and related hardware issues.

Experience working in or with FPGA design, development and test teams.

Radio communications or IP networking experience.

Experience with small team leadership including planning, coaching, tracking performance and identifying and applying course corrections to keep the team on track.

Base Salary - USD $117,000 to $250,000

Relocation Assistance Available - Yes

10+ to 15 years experience

Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree

Willingness to Travel - Occasionally

Screening Questions

Have you helped design or implement a digital communication waveform?

Have you implemented DSP algorithms in a communications system>

How much DSP experience do you have?

Do you have embedded C and C++ experience?

Ideal Candidate,

The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, team-oriented Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Software Design Engineer with demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and contributing hands-on throughout the software development lifecycle—from requirements definition through integration and final product testing.

They bring a strong background in waveform design and DSP for digital communications, along with proficiency in embedded C/C++ and MATLAB. Their technical experience spans system and software analysis, high-level and detailed design, simulation, implementation, testing, and documentation. They apply principles of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis to solve complex technical challenges.

The successful candidate combines technical depth with strong leadership and collaboration skills, including experience guiding software design, development, and test teams. Experience with Agile Scrum, DevOps-based software development, and engineering requirements analysis, development, and testing is preferred