Mid- Level Software Engineer

Invariant Corporation; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Invariant Corporation in Huntsville, Alabama, seeks a mid-level Software Engineer with 5–10 years of experience to work hands-on on microcomputer systems and C-UAS technologies in a lab environment. You will contribute to the design, integration, and testing of diverse software and hardware components.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering, active Secret clearance, and proficiency in C++/Python, Agile methods, and Azure DevOps.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field with 5–10 years’ software design, development, and integration experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and update sprints and work items.
• Create pipelines for CI tasks such as static testing, unit testing, and code coverage.
• Create release pipelines for tagging and building releases.
• Manage software development process in Azure DevOps.

Skills

C++

Python

Agile

C‑UAS DTID

Multi‑sensor fusion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Azure DevOps

Qt

Job description

Invariant Corporation is seeking a talented and motivated mid-level Software Engineer with 5-10 years of experience. The ideal candidate would work in a hands‑on laboratory environment on a variety of technical projects related to the design and integration of numerous microcomputer systems, C-UAS (Counter‑Unmanned Aircraft Systems) technologies, and software development.

Duties Include

• Managing software development process in Azure DevOps
• Plan and update sprints and work items
• Create pipelines for continuous integration (CI) tasks such as static testing, unit testing, and code coverage
• Create release pipelines for tagging and building releases

Requirements

Candidate must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field with a minimum of 5-10 years’ experience in software design, development, and integration.

• Minimum Active Secret Clearance is required
• Excel in writing clean, robust, testable code in C++
• Experienced in the design, debugging, and integration of various software and hardware systems
• Experience with C++, Python, or other object‑oriented programming languages
• Experience with Agile software development process in a team environment
• Demonstrated experience working with Counter‑Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C‑UAS), including familiarity with detect‑track‑identify‑defeat (DTID) kill chain concepts and multi‑sensor fusion architectures
• Ability to translate operational user requirements into software design decisions within a C‑UAS or broader ISR domain
• Experience integrating EO/IR, radar, RF detection, or acoustic sensors into a common operating picture

Preferred Skills

• Top Secret clearance is preferred
• Experience in using Qt
• Ability to work with in both windows and Linux, Unix operating systems
• Familiarity with sensor data protocols common to C‑UAS systems (e.g., CoT/ATAK, STANAG 4586, ASTERIX, or vendor‑specific APIs)

Requires ability to

• Some travel may be required depending on project requirements
• Work well in a fast‑paced and mission‑driven environment with co‑workers, management, and clients
• Demonstrate innovation, quick learning, excellent communication skills, and adaptive thinking
• Work independently with minimal supervision, make rational decisions, and exercise good judgment
• Office, Lab, and field environment

This position is expected to be performed only in the state of Alabama. Subject to the provisions of Code of Alabama§ 40-18-370, the Company shall give good faith consideration to Alabama residents for employment at the Project.

All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Invariant is a drug‑free workplace.