Software Engineer

ApplyMint; Lincoln (MA); Hybrid; USD 156,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work options (hybrid/remote)

Potential travel up to CONUS

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Software Engineer to contribute to design, development, and testing of software for large-scale communications system demonstrations at MIT Lincoln Laboratory. The role involves real-time coding in C++, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and support for lab and field experiments.

Hybrid and remote positions are possible. If you join, you’ll work on modern programming practices and contribute to national security and space defense initiatives.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance.
• MS in Software Engineering or CS; or BS with 6+ years related experience.
• 5+ years of C++/C++11 experience.
• 5+ years of Java/JavaScript experience.
• 5+ years of Source Control (Git/SVN/Clearcase).
• 5+ years of OO development.
• 5+ years of UML experience.
• 5+ years of software deployment and modern deployment techniques.
• 5+ years of software DevSecOps.
• 5+ years of software algorithm development and performance improvements.
• 5+ years of design patterns and data structures.
• 5+ years of distributed systems and IPC.
• 5+ years of Linux development environment and/or RTOS.
• 5+ years of hardware abstraction layers.
• 5+ years of software lifecycle processes.

Responsibilities

• Define software architecture for large-scale demos.
• Design and implement system software (primarily in C++).
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to prototype communications software.
• Perform integration, test design, and support lab/field experiments.
• Prepare technical documentation and presentations for internal and external audiences.

Skills

C/C++ (C++11)

Java/JavaScript

Source control

OO development

UML

Software deployment

DevSecOps

Algorithms & data structures

Distributed systems

Linux development

Education

MS in Software Engineering or CS

BS with 6+ years related experience

Tools

Git

SVN

ClearCase

Linux tools

MATLAB

Job description

Title

Software Engineer

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBR provides innovative and cost-effective services and solutions to national security and industry customers. We are leading the way for national security and commercial space integration, developing innovative solutions to tomorrow's challenges today. This position supports the Strategic and Long-Range Communications Group at MIT Lincoln Laboratory. We are seeking a Software Engineer to contribute to the design, development, implementation, and testing of software for a series of large-scale communications system demonstrations. Work will be performed in a disciplined collaborative environment, employing modern programming practices. Hybrid and remote positions are possible for this position. These services shall be provided in support of several Laboratory and Government test sites.

Why Join Us

• Innovative Projects: Enable critically important communications over vast distances by being the team member to innovate and overcome technical challenges as we spearhead new solutions through advanced prototyping.
• Collaborative Environment: Come join a team of enthusiastic engineers engaged in creating the next generation of cutting-edge laser communication systems technology.
• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense and/or defense.

Key Responsibilities

• Software architecture definition
• System software design and implementation (primarily in C++). This will include protocol and state machine design alongside system designers to translate prototype simulations into real-time code
• Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to design and prototype communications-based software
• Integration, test design, and support from lab and field experiments
• Aid in preparing technical documentation for software architectures and code, including technical specifications, reports, and technical presentations for multiple internal and external audiences

Work Environment

• Location: On-site with the possibility of a remote arrangement
• Travel Requirements: Willing and able to travel (up to 10%, typically CONUS)
• Working Hours: Standard

Required Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance
• M.S. in Software Engineering, Computer Science (or related field) with a strong background in real-time code development and code profiling. In lieu of an M.S. a B. Sci with 6+ years of directly relevant experience is acceptable
• At least 5 years of C++/C++11 experience
• At least 5 years of Java/Java Script experience
• At least 5 years of Source Control (Git/SVN/Clearcase/etc.) experience
• At least 5 years of object-oriented development
• At least 5 years of software modelling and the Unified Modelling Language (UML) experience
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in software deployment and a knowledge of modern software deployment techniques
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in software DevSecOps
• A minimum of 5 years of experience with software algorithm development and performance improvements
• A minimum of 5 years of experience with design patterns and data structures
• A minimum of 5 years of experience with distributed systems and inter process communication (UDP/TCP/ActiveMQ/etc.)
• A minimum of 5 years of experience with the Linux development environment and/or commercial real-time operating systems
• A minimum of 5 years of experience with hardware abstraction layers
• A minimum of 5 years of experience with software lifecycle processes

Desired Qualifications

• A minimum of 2-3 years' experience with digital signal processing and implementation of protocols and methods into software
• Familiarity with software-defined radio protocols, design, and implementations
• Familiarity with physical layer, MAC layer, and network layer communication protocols
• Proficiency in Python
• Demonstrate familiarity with MATLAB
• Demonstrated ability to plan and manage tasks and projects (e.g. using Microsoft Project)

Basic Compensation

For MA only, the salary range is approximately $156,400 - $180,000 USD annually. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Company Culture

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.

Equal Opportunity

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR