Senior Principal Software Architect - Cross-Program Defense

Applied Physical Sciences Corp (APS); Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Physical Sciences Corp (APS) in Arlington, VA seeks a Senior Principal Engineer to architect cross-program communications and drive strategic initiatives. You will lead development of complex command-and-control interfaces, simulations, and embedded systems across programs, influencing roadmaps and standards.

The role requires a BS, MS, or PhD in a related field with extensive leadership experience and the ability to obtain a DoD secret clearance.

Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD with multiple years of leadership in complex proposals and projects.
• Experience leading cross-program capabilities and strategic initiatives.
• Strong background in software architecture and embedded systems.

Responsibilities

• Architect cross-program communications and networking capabilities with strategic impact
• Lead the most complex command-and-control interfaces, simulations, and visualizations spanning organizations
• Champion advanced algorithms for signal processing, autonomy, and embedded systems; set company-wide standards
• Direct integration strategies for distributed or real-time systems across programs; ensure robust performance
• Lead high-impact proposal efforts and strategic initiatives; influence technical roadmaps company-wide

Skills

C++

Rust

Python

Linux

Software design principles

Security clearance

Education

BS in CS/Engineering/Applied Math/Physics

MS in CS/Engineering/Applied Math/Physics

PhD in CS/Engineering/Applied Math/Physics

Tools

Git

CI pipelines

Docker

Kubernetes

Unity

Job description

Applied Physical Sciences Corp (APS) in Arlington, VA seeks a Senior Principal Engineer to architect cross-program communications and drive strategic initiatives. You will lead development of complex command-and-control interfaces, simulations, and embedded systems across programs, influencing roadmaps and standards.

The role requires a BS, MS, or PhD in a related field with extensive leadership experience and the ability to obtain a DoD secret clearance.