Senior Software Engineer

STR; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Woburn, MA is seeking a Software Engineer to develop innovative technologies focusing on estimation theory, prediction, and system resource management. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in software development, proficiency in C++ and Python, and the ability to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams. Applicants must be able to obtain a security clearance. This role requires onsite work.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficient in writing maintainable, well-documented code and APIs.
• Ability to work and collaborate on multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop disruptive technologies focused on estimation theory and prediction.
• Design and implement flexible software solutions.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary project teams.

Skills

C++

Python

Linux

Container-based software (e.g., Docker)

Microservice architectures

DevOps pipelines

Team collaboration

Security clearance acquisition

Education

BS or MS in computer science or a related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Overview

STR’s Analytics Division researches and develops novel technologies to solve challenging national security problems through advanced analytics. Our team consists of engineers and scientists with advanced degrees in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, and data science. We take innovative ideas from conception to mature implementation to improve mission success for our customers.

The Signals Exploitation and Tracking (SET) Group focuses on applying machine learning, statistics, estimation, and information theory algorithms for signals exploitation, target tracking, and system resource management.

The Role

As a Software Engineer at STR, you will help develop disruptive technologies focused on estimation theory, prediction, and system resource management. You will design and implement flexible software solutions and collaborate with multi-disciplinary project teams to provide high-impact, unique solutions for our customers’ most important problems. This position is based primarily in the Woburn, MA office and requires onsite work.

Who you are

• Ability to obtain a security clearance (U.S. citizenship required by U.S. Government)
• BS or MS (or equivalent experience) in computer science or a related field
• 3–5+ years of relevant experience
• Proficient in writing maintainable, well-documented code and APIs
• Ability to work and collaborate on multi-disciplinary teams
• Experience using Linux
• Experience with C++ and Python
• Experience with container-based software (e.g., Docker)
• 5+ years of experience applying technical expertise to solve complex problems
• Familiarity with containerized software deployments (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)
• Familiarity with microservice architectures
• Experience with DevOps pipelines
• Experience in intelligence or military-related mission areas
• Existing security clearance

About STR

STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA; Arlington, VA; near Dayton, OH; Melbourne, FL; and Carlsbad, CA. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in cyber, next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, electronic warfare, and AI analytics to address complex challenges.

We are committed to a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes contributions from all team members. Our work is challenging, and we strive to push the envelope of technology to make the world safer.

Equal Employment Opportunity

STR is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics under applicable law. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the employment process, email us at [e-mail].