Lead Software Engineer Software

Front Door Defense; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 157,000 - 224,000; Full time

Job summary

STR in Woburn, MA is hiring an experienced Lead Software Engineer to design, implement, and test real-time data communications software across STR systems, with a focus on Linux-based environments and secure networking.

You will lead features, mentor engineers, collaborate with a research team, and ensure reliability, performance, and maintainability of high-profile systems used in national security. A Top Secret capable candidate is preferred and a strong foundation in CS is required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of practical software engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of networking concepts & protocols.
• Experience with Linux systems and testing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation, and testing of real-time data communications software.
• Collaborate with a small, dedicated research team on innovative solutions.
• Take ownership of significant features with minimal supervision.
• Lead technical discussions and mentor junior engineers.
• Develop and test software spanning research, development, and production systems.
• Analyze and improve existing designs for performance.
• Deliver high-quality software in a rapid, research-focused environment.

Skills

Python

C

C++

Linux

GNU/Linux toolchains

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/EE/Applied Math

Tools

GNU/Linux

Job description

Lead Software Engineer

Lead design, implementation, and testing of real-time data communications software across STR systems

Location: Woburn, Massachusetts

Compensation: $157,000 - 224,000 USD / year

About The Role

Lead Software Engineer

Woburn, MA

STR is hiring experienced Lead Software Engineers to join our multidisciplinary cyber/networking team committed to developing cutting-edge technologies that have an immediate and significant impact on our national security. Our team innovates communications technology across all networking layers, from the physical to the application layer. We value diverse skills, experiences, and perspectives, which are vital to delivering innovative solutions to our customers. If you have a strong track record of delivering impactful software solutions and meet the qualifications below, we encourage you to apply!

A successful candidate will possess several years of practical experience in software engineering, integration and testing, and networking concepts and protocols. They will demonstrate a proven ability to take ownership of technical challenges and deliver results in collaborative, fast-paced environments. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of computer science concepts, sound software engineering principles, and hands-on experience working on Linux systems. Experienced engineers at STR are expected to work independently while contributing meaningfully to team efforts and mentoring less experienced team members.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a high-profile, fast paced yet structured development environment alongside a diverse and talented team. In this role, you will take a leadership role in designing, implementing, and testing software that enhances advanced real-time data communications and networking solutions using open systems principles. We aim for the highest standards of quality, maintainability, and reuse in our tools and techniques. Therefore, candidates should have a demonstrated ability to produce well-designed, scalable solutions and to establish and follow reliable testing methodologies.

What you will do:

• Collaborate closely with a small, dedicated research team to develop innovative solutions to complex problems
• Take ownership of significant features or components of projects and deliver them with minimal supervision
• Lead technical discussions, guide architectural decisions, and mentor junior engineers
• Develop and test novel software solutions spanning research, development, and deployed production systems
• Analyze and improve existing designs and processes to optimize performance
• Deliver high-quality software in a rapid-paced, research-focused team environment
• Develop operational prototypes for experimentation and performance analysis
• Create customer-facing operational systems, ensuring they meet high reliability and usability standards

Who you are:

• This position requires the ability to obtain a Top Secret (TS) security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is required by the U.S. Government
• 7+ years of experience in relevant software engineering roles
• Proficient in Python, C, C++, or similar interpreted or low-level programming languages
• Experienced with designing and implementing open architectures and rapid prototyping methodologies
• Strong working knowledge of software testing, evaluation best practices, and industry-standard development lifecycles
• Significant hands-on experience developing software with GNU/Linux toolchains using open-source software
• Deep understanding of networking principles, including the 5-layer OSI networking stack
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Bachelor's (or higher) degree in Computer Science, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related field, with at least 7 years of relevant experience or equivalent expertise gained through prior roles

Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $157,000 - $224,000

The salary range listed is based on external market data. Final offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.

STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, and Carlsbad, CA. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.

STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.

STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe!