R&D Software Engineer (ESA)

Phase2 Technology; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 88,500 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Vacation & sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a capable professional to design, implement and test real‑time sonar software within the Advanced Technology Laboratory. You will collaborate with engineers and scientists across disciplines to meet project milestones and integrate software with other platforms.

Responsibilities include profiling algorithms, debugging ARL sonar systems, and documenting work. A strong background in C++, OO design, and Linux basics is essential, with a focus on rigorous

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capability.
• Demonstrated ability programming in the C++ programming language.
• Thorough understanding of object‑oriented programming concepts, data structures, design patterns and algorithm performance analysis.
• Basic understanding of Linux operating systems and administration.
• Strong communication skills and readiness to work with team leads to ensure technical execution matches design goals.
• Ability to work independently with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, and effectively communicate with all stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and test real‑time and data analysis software applications to support the development of high‑frequency tactical sonar systems.
• Work and communicate with a cross‑disciplinary team of engineers and scientists to meet project deadlines and milestones.
• Integrate sonar software or hardware with other systems or platforms.
• Profile or verify signal‑processing or control algorithms and software applications.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues observed in ARL‑developed sonar systems.
• Document and present work performed.
• Perform other related functions as assigned.

Skills

C++ programming

Object‑oriented programming

Data structures & algorithms

Linux basics

Analytical/problem solving

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Electrical Engineering

Tools

CMake

Debugging tools

Git

Job description

Purpose

Research and development of software applications for sonar and underwater acoustics, including algorithm design, implementation, verification, and performance analysis in the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL).

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and test real‑time and data analysis software applications to support the development of high‑frequency tactical sonar systems.
• Work and communicate with a cross‑disciplinary team of engineers and scientists to meet project deadlines and milestones.
• Integrate sonar software or hardware with other systems or platforms.
• Profile or verify signal‑processing or control algorithms and software applications.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues observed in ARL‑developed sonar systems.
• Document and present work performed.
• Perform other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capability.
• Demonstrated ability programming in the C++ programming language.
• Thorough understanding of object‑oriented programming concepts, data structures, design patterns and algorithm performance analysis.
• Basic understanding of Linux operating systems and administration.
• Strong communication skills and readiness to work with team leads to ensure technical execution matches design goals.
• Ability to work independently with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, and effectively communicate with all stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of professional experience programming in C++.
• Experience developing multi‑threaded, multi‑process, multi‑machine computational software applications in a Linux environment.
• Experience with open‑source build tools such as CMake.
• Experience utilizing common application debugging and performance profiling tools.
• Understanding of common network protocols such as TCP/IP.
• Familiarity with interpreted scripting languages such as Python or Bash.
• Knowledge of database concepts and/or familiarity with SQL.
• Exposure to geospatial analysis and GIS concepts.
• Exposure to radar or underwater acoustic theory and common digital signal processing techniques.
• Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.

Benefits

• 100% employer‑paid basic medical coverage
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays

Salary Range

$88,500 – $120,000+ (negotiable depending on qualifications).

Working Conditions

• Standard office conditions
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity
• Possible weekend, evening and holiday work
• Possible interstate/intrastate travel

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.