Senior React - Full Stack Engineer

Draper Labs; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative research and development company seeks a Software Engineer (SMTS) to tackle mission-oriented projects in diverse fields such as self-driving cars and medical applications. This role offers the opportunity to work on multiple projects in an Agile environment, where you will transform customer requirements into functional, scalable software solutions. Join a collaborative team that thrives on innovation and creativity, while enjoying a flexible work environment that supports work-life balance. If you are passionate about technology and eager to contribute to impactful solutions, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Workplace Flexibility

Employee Clubs

Health and Finance Workshops

Social Events

Discounts to Local Museums

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in Software Engineering or related field.
• Ability to learn new programming languages quickly.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute software tests to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Communicate with customers to establish requirements and deliverables.

Skills

Software Engineering

Agile Methodologies

Algorithm Design

Problem Solving

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Master's in Computer Science

Tools

Modern Programming Languages

Software Testing Tools

Job description

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 (SMTS) 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.
The Full Stack Group develops unique and custom web applications for external customers spanning military, government, and commercial industries. We love the internet and aim to build products we ourselves would want to use.




Draper is a contractor, which means we do a large variety of work for various customers. The contractor environment provides opportunity to expand your skillset and experiences based on your passions and interests. Think of Draper as a large incubator in which to try new technologies, kickstart your ideas, and be exposed to new worlds. Draper operates on 40-hour work weeks. Employees may work from home as their work allows.

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.
* Drives solutions to complex problems, actively participate in requirements development, propose ways forward, and adapt appropriately to changes in requirements.
* Contributes to system architecture decisions and leads the architecture of sub-systems.
* Provides insight and suggest adaptations or modifications to processes and/or applications based on quantitative data or results.
* Identifies project technical risks and develops and executes mitigation strategies.
* Actively mentors less experienced staff and provides thoughtful, constructive feedback.
* Lead a small team of software developers on projects.

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.

Education
Requires a bachelor's in Computer Science or other related field. Master's degree is preferred.

Experience
5-10 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.

Secret Clearance is required.

*Onsite work required with Tampa customer.

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Job Location - City:

St. Petersburg

Job Location - State:

Florida

Job Location - Postal Code:

33716

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].