R&D Software Engineer — Embedded Systems & DoD Impact

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Comprehensive benefits package

On-site work in State College

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University’s Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) Comprehensive Software Solutions department seeks a motivated Software Engineer to develop diverse applications, maintain documentation, and support field testing. You will join a capable team and help ensure robust software across projects and sponsors.

Required skills include C/C++, C#, Java, or Python, Jira/Git usage, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science is required.
• 2+ years of relevant experience.
• No required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with a team to develop applications to best fit project needs.
• Maintain version tracking and code documentation.
• Support field testing – to include remote or in person troubleshooting of software system.
• Rigorously test application and write unit tests, if required for project.

Skills

C/C++

C#

Java

Python

Version control

Creative problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science

Software Engineering or Computer Science degree

Tools

Jira

Git

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University’s Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) Comprehensive Software Solutions department seeks a motivated Software Engineer to develop diverse applications, maintain documentation, and support field testing. You will join a capable team and help ensure robust software across projects and sponsors.

Required skills include C/C++, C#, Java, or Python, Jira/Git usage, and strong communication.