Software Developer

Aquila Technology; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

401K Match

Cell Phone Reimbursement

BYOD Program

Hybrid/On-site Flex

Job summary

Aquila Technology is seeking a Software Developer to support a premier defense research program. You’ll contribute to real-time signal processing, sensor control, and GUI tools, while maintaining core libraries and building tests for robust software.

The role emphasizes Linux development, C++11+/Boost, and multi-threaded architectures, with hands-on hardware/software integration and a path to advanced development infrastructure in a hybrid environment near Lexington, MA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• 7+ years in software/algorithm development.
• 5+ years Linux development experience.
• 7+ years software documentation experience.
• 7+ years C++11 or later with STL/Boost libraries.
• 3+ years Git/GitHub experience.
• 7+ years object-oriented design and development.
• 3+ years parallel programming and synchronization.
• 3+ years software architecture experience.
• 3+ years software design/development
• 5+ years with CMake.
• 3+ years hardware and software integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop real-time signal processing algorithms and sensor control software.
• Build front-end GUI tools for engineers and end-users.
• Maintain and upgrade core software libraries and test infrastructure.
• Contribute to unit and integration tests and code reviews.
• Set up new development infrastructure and workflows.

Skills

Software/Algorithm Development

Linux Development

Software Documentation

C++11/ STL/ Boost

Git/GitHub

Object Oriented Design

Parallel Programming

Software Architecture

Software Design/Development

CMake

Hardware/Software Integration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Git/GitHub

CMake

Job description

Software Developer

Clearance Level -Must be able to obtain an Active Secret clearance, interim clearance is sufficient for start. Must be US Citizen

Work Location- Due to the nature of the work candidate should expect to be onsite 4 days/wk. Must live within 100 miles of Lexington, MA to be considered.

At Aquila Technology, you will see our team’s passion every day, whether we are building a robust, policy-compliant IT system or stress-testing a system to identify gaps and security vulnerabilities. To own the advantage, we ensure our team owns results and gets the work done right the first time by deploying smart, purposeful solutions that work. Aquila is the right people with the right skills driving the right outcomes. We call this the Aquila Advantage.

About the Role

Aquila Technology is seeking a Software Developerto support one of the nation’s premier defense research organizations. The team is looking for a Software Developer to assist with development, support and upgrades to a suite of software tools for organizing, storing, and analyzing the large amounts of data being collected.

The team maintains, operates and develops a variety of software for interfacing with hardware, data acquisition, real-time signal processing, organization, and visualization of data collected from sensors that run on the teams testbed aircraft and ground systems.

Must Have

• Degree Level: Bachelor's Degree
• 7 years - Software/Algorithm Development
• 5 years - Linux Development
• 7 years - Software Documentation
• 7 years - C++11 or later, Stand Template Library,Boost library
• 3 years - GIT/GITHUB
• 7 years - Object Oriented Software Design and Development
• 3 years - Parallel programming (multi-threading, synchronization, etc.)
• 3 years - Software Architecture
• 3 years - Software Design/Development
• 5 years - CMake
• 3 years - Hardware and Software Integration

Job Description

Applications include the development of real-time signal processing algorithms, sensor control and instrumentation, automation, and front-end GUI applications for engineers and end-users. Additional responsibilities include maintaining the integrity of the Group's core software libraries, development of unit and integration tests, participating in code reviews, and standing up new development infrastructure.

Required Skills

• Strong C++ background and working knowledge of modern C++, minimum 7 years
• Strong knowledge of object-oriented design paradigms, the STL, and Boost libraries
• Linux development experience, minimum 5 years
• Extensive experience with CMake
• Experience with Git
• Experience with debuggers

Preferred Skills

• Strong knowledge of Linux debuggers such as gdb.
• Strong knowledge of Modern CMake
• Strong experience with Qt 5 and Qt 6
• Experience with DDS messaging technologies or similar publish/subscribe technologies
• Experience with digital signal processing and digital sensors
• Experience with multi-threaded applications
• Experience with networking and serial interfaces
• Experience with Agile workflows and JIRA

Benefits and Perks

Aquila team members experience the opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, customer-focused, and technically innovative work environment. Aquila strives to deliver the best of the best in technical services to our customers. Candidates that possess a love for technical challenges, a desire to constantly learn, and the desire to establish themselves as critical players within a team will enjoy calling Aquila Technology home.

Our Perks Include

PTO - 15 days (vacation/sick) 10 paid holidays - 6 standard (New Year’s, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas) - 4 floating holidays prorated based on your day of hire:

• 1.5 paid days, or 12 hours, for approved volunteer work
• 1 week of paid maternity/paternity LOA after 1 year of Full-time employment

Tuition & Training Reimbursement- 5K annually for pre-approved, Eligible full-time team members who have completed a minimum ofsix (6) months of employment may apply for tuition reimbursement for approved, job-related courses taken through an accredited college or university. Team members must achieve a grade of “B” or better to qualify for reimbursement.Aquila will reimburse up to $5,000 per fiscal year for tuition expenses only. Expenses related to training programs, certifications, books, materials, meals, transportation, or other non-tuition costs are not eligible under the Tuition Reimbursement Program. All tuition reimbursement requests must be submitted to and approved by the team member’s Manager prior to course registration. Reimbursement will be issued upon successful course completion and submission of final grades and proof of payment.

401K with Principal - Eligible to participate day 1 of employment. Company match on employee contributions:

• Eligibility on date of hire
• Employer Match- 100% of first 3% and 50% of next 2%
• Vesting- 100%
• Contribution limit- $24,500Catch-up contribution limit- $8,000
• Catch-up contribution limit for ages 60-63 in calendar year- $11,250
• Catchup contributions must be directed to Roth bucket if earned over $150

Cell Phone & Internet Reimbursed up to $150 monthly to cover cell phone, data, and home internet expenses. Aquila Technology will reimburse team members who work from home ONLY for cell phone/mobile device fees for work-related communications and/or operations each month. Employees eligible for this benefit must work remote 2 days a week or more to qualify.

Buy Your Own Device (BYOD)-Team members are eligible for reimbursement of up to $1,500 every three (3) years for the purchase of electronic equipment used to access corporate services. To qualify for this benefit, employees must have completed a minimum of six (6) months of employment and must agree to and sign the Device Minimum Configuration Form prior to reimbursement. Electronic devices eligible under the Buy Your Own Device (BYOD) program are limited to cell phones, laptops, and tablets.

Work location:Hybrid: Individual works from home or off-site for a portion of their schedule and within a routinely commutable distance from the Lexington facility. Onsite presence will be required 4 days per week
Clearance Level: Interim clearance is sufficient to start.
Interview Process: Initial pre-screen with hiring manager. If the candidate advances to the next round, there will be an onsite interview with the larger technical team.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer