Principal Software Applications Engineer

Trident Consulting; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 157,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

Trident Consulting is seeking a Principal Software Applications Engineer for an onsite role in Burlington, MA. You will translate cutting-edge research algorithms into production-grade medical device software running on Linux-based systems, collaborating with Advanced Research to deliver robust solutions.

The role requires deep C++ expertise, Linux experience, and strong background in computer vision, graphics, and performance optimization.

Qualifications

• Must have 12+ years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 10+ years in software engineering, algorithm creation, I/O control, systems control, etc.
• 5+ years designing and developing commercial software in C#.
• 5+ years designing and developing cross‑platform GUI using QT.
• Experience with software architecture formulation and technology selection for new products.
• Strong knowledge of C, C++, C#, and related development environments.
• Python and other high‑level languages a plus.
• Experience with design patterns and MVC/MVVM architectures.
• Proven track record of innovation on fast‑paced engineering projects.
• Experience developing applications with 3rd party libraries and UI components.
• Experience with Git.

Skills

C++ development

Linux development

OpenCV

Python

MATLAB

Computer vision

Image processing

Geometric transformations

C#

Cross‑platform GUI (QT)

Software architecture

MVC/MVVM patterns

Git

Research‑to‑Product

Tools

QT

Git

OpenCV

Job description

We’re hiring for a “Principal Software Applications Engineer” role in “Burlington, MA (Onsite)” with one of our industry-leading clients. This is a long-term opportunity, with competitive pay, and the team is actively scheduling interviews.

Role: Principal Software Applications Engineer

Location: Burlington, MA (Onsite)

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary Range: $157,000 - $197,000/Yr

Key Technical Requirements Must-Have Skills:

• Principal C++ Software Engineer with computer vision and computer graphics experience who can translate research algorithms from Python/MATLAB into commercial medical device software running on Linux-based systems.
• Strong C++ development experience (primary requirement).
• Experience developing software in Linux environments, with some exposure to Windows-based C++ development.
• Regulated industry experience (med device #1, defense, automotive)
• Someone who has developed software that communicates with systems or devices.
• Ability to implement and optimize algorithms for commercial products.
• Familiarity with computer graphics, geometric transformations, and image processing.
• Experience using or working alongside OpenCV.
• Python and/or MATLAB understanding.
• C# experience, although this is not a primary screening criteria.
• Research-to-Product Development One of the most unique aspects of this role is the interaction with the Advanced Research team.
• Researchers will often develop algorithms in Python or MATLAB.
• This engineer will be responsible for translating it into efficient, production-quality C++ code.

How You’ll Get There:

• 12+ years of relevant experience.
• 10+ years of experience in software engineering, algorithm creation, I/O control, systems control, and similar or related activities.
• 5+ years of progressive and hands-on experience designing and developing commercial software in C#.
• 5+ years of progressive and hands-on experience designing and developing commercial software using a cross-platform GUI framework such as QT.
• Experience with software architecture formulation and assessment, and software technology selection for new products.
• Strong working knowledge of common programming languages, especially C, C++, C#, and associated development environments.
• Python and other high-level language experience are a plus.
• Experience with design patterns and experience with architecture patterns like MVC and MVVM is required.
• A demonstrated record of innovation and creative problem solving on fast paced engineering projects.
• Experience developing applications that incorporate 3rd party libraries and UI components.
• Experience with Git.