Senior Software Engineer

Henderson Group Recruiting; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Group Recruiting is seeking an experienced software engineer to maintain and extend an ASR C++ code base for ground station and drone operations in a scientifically rigorous environment.

You will contribute to algorithm development, protocol enhancements, and software architecture while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role requires strong C++/C, Linux experience, and familiarity with Agile processes, in a demanding, mission-focused setting.

Qualifications

• US citizenship required.
• Strong C++ development experience and STL proficiency.
• Front-end web development: HTML/CSS/JavaScript.
• Back-end development with Python.
• Android development with Java or Kotlin.
• Strong OO design and software engineering practices.
• Linux/POSIX experience including memory management.
• Experience with Agile and aerospace software processes.
• Ability to work independently under pressure.
• BS in CS or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and extend ASR C++ code base for ground station and drone operations.
• Development of new algorithms.
• Modifications and extension of our communications protocol.
• Software architecture and engineering process development.

Skills

C++ development

Object-oriented development

Algorithms

Linux/POSIX

C/C++ STL

Low-level concepts (compilers/memory)

Python

Java/Kotlin (Android)

HTML/CSS/JavaScript

Agile software development

Aerospace software development

Independent work under pressure

Education

BS in Computer Science or related field

Tools

POSIX libraries

GCC/Compiler basics

Linux development tools

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain and extend ASR C++ code base for ground station and drone operations
• Development of new algorithms
• Modifications and extension of our communications protocol
• Software architecture and engineering process development

Required Qualifications

• Must be a US Citizen
• Strong development experience with C++
• Front end web development using HTML CSS, Java Script
• Backend wed development using Python
• Android development using Java or Kotlin
• Strong grasp and preference for object-oriented development methodologies
• Strong mathematical and/or physics background including comfort with vector operations
• Expert in coding in C and C++ including the standard template library
• Advanced low-level knowledge such as compiler operation and memory management
• Experience developing in a Linux environment including use of POSIX and similar libraries
• Comfort working independently with limited oversight
• Ability to remain calm and effective under operational pressure
• Experience with software development processes such as Agile
• Experience with aerospace software development processes

Additional Desired Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science or related field preferred
• Strong in background in Linux
• Experience using AI coding assistance tools
• Experience in video game development
• Experience in Autonomy systems
• Experience developing under standard architectural patters such as MVC, MVP, MVVM
• Experience with cross platform frameworks such as Flutter, React Native, Xamarin or similar
• Previous experience with microcontroller development for targets such as the STM32
• Real Time Operating Systems
• Embedded Linux including YACTO
• Experience using the Pub/Sub architectural pattern
• Previous development experience with autonomous systems
• Strong mechanical, electrical, or systems troubleshooting skills

U.S. security clearance or ability to obtain one