Software Engineer

STR; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

STR is seeking a Software Engineer to join a multidisciplinary cyber/networking team focused on cutting-edge technologies with national security impact. You will design, implement, and test software for real-time data communications on Linux, using open systems principles.

We value practical software development, testing, and documentation, with a strong emphasis on rapid prototyping, quality, and collaboration in a high‑performing team environment. Top Secret clearance is required for this role.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a small research team to develop innovative solutions.
• Execute tasks and report status to project leadership.
• Develop and test software spanning research, development, and production systems.
• Identify creative approaches to open-ended problems.
• Deliver high-quality software in a rapid-paced team environment.
• Develop operational prototypes for experimentation and performance analysis.

Skills

Python

C

C++

Linux

Networking basics

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Computer Science, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics

Tools

GNU/Linux toolchains

Open architectures

Job description

STR is hiring a Software Engineer to join our multidisciplinary cyber/networking team committed to developing cutting-edge technologies that have an immediate and significant impact on our national security. Our team innovates communications technology across all networking layers, from the physical to the application layer. We value diverse skills, experiences, and perspectives, which are vital to delivering innovative solutions to our customers. If any of the skills below align with your expertise, we encourage you to apply!

Job Overview:

A successful candidate will possess experience in software engineering, integration and testing, and networking concepts and protocols, with a strong passion for results-driven development on Linux systems. This candidate will bring a versatile skill set in computer science, software architecture, and practical software development, testing, and documentation. The ideal Software Engineer is intellectually curious, motivated, and thrives in a team-based environment focused on rapid prototyping and delivering impactful solutions.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a high-profile, fast-paced, yet structured development environment alongside a diverse and talented team. In this role, you will design, implement, and test software that enhances advanced real-time data communications and networking solutions using open systems principles. We aim for the highest standards of quality, maintainability, and reuse in our tools and techniques. Therefore, experience with sound software engineering principles and testing methodologies is crucial.

What you will do:

• Collaborate closely with a small, dedicated research team to develop innovative solutions to complex problems
• Execute assigned tasks and report overall status to project leadership
• Develop and test novel software solutions spanning research, development, and deployed production systems
• Identify creative and innovative approaches to open-ended problems
• Deliver high-quality software in a rapid-paced team environment
• Develop operational prototypes for experimentation and performance analysis

Who you are:

• This position requires the ability to obtain a Top Secret (TS) security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is required by the U.S. Government.
• Proficient in Python, C, C++, or similar interpreted or low-level programming languages
• Familiar with rapid prototyping design methodologies and open architectures
• Someone with a working knowledge of software testing and evaluation best practices
• Experience developing software with GNU/Linux toolchains using open-source software
• Understanding of the 5-layer OSI networking stack
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Have a Bachelor's or Masters degree in Computer Science, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related field, with at least 2 years of relevant experience

Nice to Have:

• Active Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, and other high-level programming languages
• Experience in building, deploying, and maintaining robust and stable software
• Experience writing software within a large multi-party codebase
• Experience working in a laboratory environment performing quantitative data analysis
• Familiarity with multi-threaded or multi-core real-time operating concepts
• Knowledge of high-level software architecture design
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $112,000 - $154,000

The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.

STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, Carlsbad, CA, Atlanta, GA, and Denver, CO. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.

STRis committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.

STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at www.str.us for more info.

STRis an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at [e-mail] and provide your contact info.

Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.

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