Software Developer

Gilder Search Group; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holiday pay

Tuition reimbursement

401K with company match

Cell phone & internet reimbursement

BYOD reimbursement

Onsite 80%

Job summary

Aquila Technology is seeking a Software Developer to join its team in support of one of the nation’s premier defense research organizations.

The Software Developer will own test tooling development for satellite payload software and hardware, and will define the software architecture and requirements based on high-level system requirements to design, implement, and test the real-time software that runs in and controls the hardware.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3 years - Program/Project Management or Analysis.
• 3 years - Analysis and interpretation of results.
• 3 years - MATLAB Programming.
• 3 years - Python.
• 3 years - XML and SQL.
• 3 years - Signal Processing.
• 3 years - MATLAB Signal Processing Techniques (Fourier Transformations, filters, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Own test tooling development for satellite payload software and hardware.
• Define software architecture and requirements from high-level system requirements.
• Design, implement, and test the real-time software that runs in and controls the hardware.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

Signal Processing

Fourier Transformations

Time Series Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

XML

SQL

C/C++

Job description

Software Developer

Clearance Level: Must have an Active Secret/Top Secret Clearance to be considered - US Citizenship is a requirement to apply

Location: 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 Developer to join its team in support of one of the nation’s premier defense research organizations. The Software Developer will be joining a team that is seeking an engineer to own test tooling development for satellite payload software and hardware. Your responsibilities involve working closely with a small team to define the software architecture and requirements based on high-level system requirements and to design, implement, and test the real-time software that runs in and controls the hardware.

Must Have

• Degree Level: Bachelor's Degree
• 3 years - Program/Project Management OR Analysis
• 3 years - Analysis and interpretation of results
• 3 years - MATLAB Programming
• 3 years - Python
• 3 years - XML and SQL
• 3 years - Signal Processing
• 3 years - MATLAB Signal Processing Techniques (Fourier Transformations, filters, etc.)

Nice to Have

• Currently holds a Secret Clearance (OR a higher clearance)
• Currently holds a Top Secret/SCI clearance
• Programming
• C/C++

Requirements for this position are:

• MATLAB
• Strong programming skills in Python
• Experience in XML
• Experience in SQL
• Experience in engineering principles, including Fourier transforms, time series analysis, etc. for plotting and analysis purposes
• Bachelor's degree

Nice to Have:

• C/C++

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 Fidelity - Eligible to participate following 90 days of employment. Company match on employee contribution:

• $1/$1 up to 3%, then .50 cents / $1 for 4th and 5th %s
• Fully vested from day one
• Company match does not apply to catch-up contribution

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: Candidate should expect to be 80% onsite

Clearance Level: An interim clearance is sufficient to start. Secret Clearance or above is preferred. TS/SCI is highly preferred.

Interview process: initial prescreen, followed by in person interview. The team will consider relocation candidates and will do a zoom if needed.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer