Simulation Software Engineer – Networked Sensor Systems

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLC; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD is seeking a Software Engineer for Networked Sensor Systems. You will design, develop, and maintain simulation tools for sensor processing, tracking, fusion, and defense system concepts using C/C++, MATLAB, and Python.

You will collaborate with engineers to translate requirements into robust software, applying modern development practices and exploring new architectures to expand simulation capabilities in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience developing, testing, and maintaining complex software applications in scientific or engineering environments.
• Proficiency in C/C++, MATLAB, or Python with ability to learn others across multiple environments.
• Solid understanding of software design principles, data structures, algorithms, and best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary teams.
• Interim Secret security clearance by start date and eligibility for Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software tools and simulation frameworks for sensor processing, tracking, and multi-sensor fusion.
• Enhance architecture, performance, and usability of modeling tools to meet evolving needs.
• Develop new components and integrate algorithms using C/C++, MATLAB, and Python.
• Collaborate with engineers to translate requirements into robust software implementations.
• Apply modern software engineering practices including version control, automated testing, and documentation.
• Explore new architectures and technologies to expand simulation capabilities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/SE or related field

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Docker

MATLAB

Python

C/C++

Job description

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD is seeking a Software Engineer for Networked Sensor Systems. You will design, develop, and maintain simulation tools for sensor processing, tracking, fusion, and defense system concepts using C/C++, MATLAB, and Python.

You will collaborate with engineers to translate requirements into robust software, applying modern development practices and exploring new architectures to expand simulation capabilities in a