Senior Software Engineer

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Job summary

STR is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Woburn, Massachusetts. You will own the software architecture and implementation for real-time radar/EO/IR prototype systems and transform advanced concepts into software implementations. The role requires strong programming skills in C++ and experience with test-driven development. The position offers a salary range of $139,000 - $180,000 per year and supports national security initiatives. STR promotes equal opportunities and requires U.S. citizenship for security clearance.

Qualifications

• Strong object-oriented programming skills in modern C++.
• Experience with cross-platform development.
• Ability to obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a small team to implement and test real-time applications.
• Develop code to integrate mature hardware systems.
• Support customers throughout the program lifecycle.

Skills

Object-oriented programming in modern C++

Test-driven development and CI/CD practices

Cross-platform development (Windows, Linux, iOS)

Proficiency in MATLAB and/or Python

Self-motivated

Education

BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering

5+ years experience or MS with 3+ years experience

Job description

Senior Software Engineer

Own the software architecture and implementation for real-time radar/EO/IR prototype systems

Location: Woburn, Massachusetts, United States

Compensation: $139,000 - 180,000 USD / year

Job Tags: Software

About The Role

Senior Software Engineer

Woburn, MA

About The Team:

The Sensors Division at STR focuses on technology development for advanced sensor systems and platforms in support of national security. We have a particular focus on airborne/surface/space-based radar, electronic warfare, underwater acoustics, hyperspectral imaging, and EO/IR sensing. We work on full system prototypes, experiment campaigns, and next generation technology components. Specific technical areas include RF analog/digital hardware, acoustic hardware, signal processing algorithms, machine learning algorithms, tracking/fusion, autonomous systems, as well as real-time embedded processor implementation.

The Role:

The SAAM group is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join high-performing teams transforming advanced concepts and algorithms into software implementations for prototypes and operational systems. You will work with scientists and engineers to design and implement algorithmic solutions to challenging national security problems. You will be responsible for enhancing the software architecture required to implement advanced algorithms in real-time hardware. You will also contribute to the development of engineer-facing tools and processes to facilitate long-term software development.

What You Will Do:

• Collaboration: work as part of a small, focused team to implement and test real-time applications featuring open architecture software principles
• System Development: leverage mature hardware systems and develop code to integrate them together, collaborating with SMEs across STR to leverage advanced algorithms where needed
• System Test: work closely with test leads in the SAAM group to leverage testing capabilities across M&S and live test, leveraging Live-Virtual-Constructive (LVC) infrastructure
• Customer Engagement: support and brief customers throughout the program lifecycle

Who You Are:

• Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to excel under limited guidance
• Strong object-oriented programming skills in modern C++
• Proficient in test-driven development and CI/CD practices
• Experience with cross-platform development (Windows, Linux, iOS) and version control workflows
• Proficiency in MATLAB and/or Python
• BS with 5+ years experience or MS with 3+ years experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Ability to obtain a security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by U.S. Government.

Even Better:

• Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance
• 2+ years of experience with open architecture systems such as OMS/UCI and A-GRA
• Experience with radar or EO/IR systems
• Familiarity with real-time algorithm optimization, especially for radar or remote sensing applications
• Experience with software quality tools (static/dynamic analysis, automated testing frameworks)

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $139,000 - $180,000

The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.

STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at [e-mail] and provide your contact info.

Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.