Principal Test Development Engineer

Inuplands; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper is seeking a Principal Test Development Engineer for our Cambridge, MA site. You will lead software testing and architecture efforts on mission-driven programs, working in an Agile environment to deliver reliable fielded systems.

Requires a BS in CS, 10+ years of software engineering, and proven ability to design algorithms, learn new languages quickly, and lead cross-disciplinary teams while communicating with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Master's degree preferred for advanced roles.
• 10+ years of software engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Independently execute task assignments and lead tasks across projects.
• Design algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques; adhere to software best practices.
• Analyze designs to verify performance and functionality; develop and execute tests.
• Prepare technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other required documentation.
• Communicate with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements and describe the design and deliverables.
• Lead a medium-size team of engineers across multiple disciplines and act as SME.

Skills

Algorithms design

Programming languages

Communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

MS preferred

Job description

## Principal Test Development EngineerApply: Onsite Required: Cambridge, MA: Full time: Posted Today: JR003043**Overview:**Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.**Job Description Summary:**The Software Engineer (PMTS) works on mission-oriented projects that span from self-driving cars and unmanned vehicles to medical applications and fielded systems for battlefield situational awareness. Software Engineers work on multiple projects in an Agile environment, converting customer requirements into functional, scalable software solutions. As a part of the Software Engineering Team, developers will build out software solutions and see a project through from the design and requirements stage all the way to testing and deployment in the field.**Job Description:****Duties/Responsibilities** • Independently execute task assignments. • Designs algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques, adheres to software best practices. • Analyzes designs to demonstrate performance and functionality. • Develops and executes software tests to check compliance with requirements. • Prepares technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other required documentation. • Communicates with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements and describe the design and deliverables. • Independently drive solutions to complex problems, develop requirements, propose ways forward when customer requirements are unclear or incomplete, and adapt appropriately to changes in requirements. • Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in their discipline. • Identify program/system-level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies. • Leads the design of system architecture, delegating tasks and collecting feedback on designs as needed. • Lead a medium size team of engineers across multiple disciplines. **Skills/Abilities** • Curiosity-driven approach to solving complex, customer-driven problems as part of a multi-disciplinary team. • Demonstrate an ability to learn new programming languages and technologies quickly. • Collaborate and communicate effectively and openly with multi-disciplinary program team members, program leadership, and non-technical personnel. • A team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to balance multiple competing tasks and demands. • Demonstrate strong organization, planning, and time management skills to achieve program goals **Education** Requires a bachelor's in Computer Science or other related field. Master's degree is preferred. **Experience** 10+ years experience in Software Engineering or related field.**Additional Job Description:**Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.Connect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration.**Job Location - City:**Cambridge**Job Location - State:**Massachusetts**Job Location - Postal Code:**02139-3563The US base salary range for this full-time position is$95,000.00 - $245,000.00