RF Software Engineer — Spectrum Warfare Prototyping

Riverside Research Institute; Fair Oaks (VA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Research Institute in Fairfax, VA seeks an RF Software Research Engineer to develop RF algorithms and software for spectrum warfare applications. You will lead prototype integration and ensure transition to robust software products using modern development practices.

Ideal candidates have experience in RF signal processing, DSP, and embedded software, with proficiency in C/C++ and Python, and are capable of working in dynamic R&D settings with limited supervision.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen with ability to obtain/maintain TS/SCI clearance.
• BS in STEM with 5+ years of experience, or MS with 3+ years, or PhD.
• Expertise in DSP, embedded software, or RF signal processing.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python; familiarity with Git and CI/CD.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test, deploy, and maintain RF software systems.
• Lead across full engineering lifecycle with independent ownership.
• Architect software and optimize performance; fix bugs and add features.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on integrated systems.
• Document decisions and promote software development best practices.

Skills

DSP architecture

Embedded software development

RF signal processing

C/C++ proficiency

Python

Git

CI/CD

Oscilloscopes

Education

Bachelor's in STEM fields

Master's in STEM fields

PhD in STEM fields

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Riverside Research Institute in Fairfax, VA seeks an RF Software Research Engineer to develop RF algorithms and software for spectrum warfare applications. You will lead prototype integration and ensure transition to robust software products using modern development practices.

Ideal candidates have experience in RF signal processing, DSP, and embedded software, with proficiency in C/C++ and Python, and are capable of working in dynamic R&D settings with limited supervision.