Software Engineer 3 with Security Clearance

Avid Technology Professionals; Maryland; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Avid Technology Professionals is looking for a Customer-Facing C++ Software Engineer in Maryland. The successful candidate will lead mission-critical system development for satellite communications, involving user requirement analysis, software development, and quality assurance through automated testing.

Requirements include proficiency in C++ and understanding real-time systems, as well as a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or relevant experience. Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 4 years of additional SWE experience may substitute for a bachelor's.
• 20 years experience as a SWE in similar programs is required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze user requirements and translate them into software solutions.
• Develop new software and enhance existing systems for satellite technology.
• Work on complex algorithms and ensure software quality.

Skills

C++ development

Real-time systems

RF signals analysis

DevOps processes

Virtual Machines (VMware)

Containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)

Message queue implementation

Communication protocols

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Job description

Overview

C++ SWE is in an extremely customer facing role leading multi faceted mission critical system development, deployment and evolution. The successful candidate will analyze user requirements, develop new software, and enhance existing systems to meet the demands of modern satellite communication technologies. This role will involve working on complex algorithms and ensuring software quality through automated testing and debugging.

Responsibilities

• Analyze user requirements and translate them into software solutions.
• Develop new software and enhance existing systems to meet satellite communication technology demands.
• Work on complex algorithms and ensure software quality through automated testing and debugging.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in C++ development, with a solid understanding of real-time systems and performance optimization.
• Experience with RF signals analysis or satellite communications system design and theory, with the ability to implement these concepts into software.
• Familiarity with DevOps processes and tools, particularly in virtual (VMware) and containerized (Docker/Kubernetes) environments.
• Experience with message queue implementation and communication protocols.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Adaptability and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree. Twenty (20) years experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.