Software Engineer

SGS Consulting; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Consulting seeks a Software Engineer to contribute to upgrades for Airport Surveillance Radar and Weather Systems Processor. You will develop real-time software, optimize algorithms, and work across sensors, forecasts, and decision-support tools.

Applicants should have a strong background in C/C++, Python, Linux environments, and real-time systems, with collaboration across FAA-related programs and teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience with real-time systems and aircraft/weather domains is a plus.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python; strong debugging skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop software for Airport Surveillance Radar and Weather Systems Processor upgrades.
• Work on real-time data processing, sensor fusion, and forecasting tools.
• Collaborate with FAA and cross-functional teams to deliver robust software.

Skills

Real-time programming

Multithreaded programming

Software design

Software testing

Python programming

C/C++ programming

Algorithms

Networking concepts

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Git/GitHub

Jira

Linux development

DNS

TCP/IP

NTP

DHCP

SSH

FTP

Solaris platform

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

The Air Traffic Control and Weather Systems develops sensors, automated hazard detection and forecasting systems, and decision support tools to reduce the impact of adverse weather on national aviation operations. They are in need of a Software Engineer to work on an ongoing upgrade project for Airport Surveillance Radar and Weather Systems ProcessorSkills:

Skills:

Software/Algorithm Development, Algorithm optimization for real time systems, Networking Applications and Protocols: TCP/IP, DNS, NTP, DHCP, SSH, FTP and Software Documentation, C/C++ Programming, Development experience on a Linux platform, GIT/GITHUB, Multithreaded programming, Python Programming/Scripting, Real-Time Hardware/ Software Development and Implementation, Software Design/Development, Software Porting, Solaris platform, Meteorological algorithm development, Jira, Weather Radar Systems, Software Testing.

Additional Preferred Skills/Experiences:

Experience working with the FAA, Experience with Python Celery package, Experience with Numba compiler, Prowess in debugging real-time system issues

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree or master’s Degree.