Software Engineer at Kitware

Wayne State University; Town of Clifton Park (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Life insurance

Bonus plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Free snacks and drinks

Job summary

Kitware is seeking a Software Engineer to join the Software and Data Solutions team in Clifton Park, NY. This position involves developing and supporting build tools for large-scale C++/Python software projects, while working with talented professionals and clients.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and experience with Linux CLI and CMake. The role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including flexible working hours and six weeks paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in the Linux command line interface (CLI) environment.
• Proficiency in developing Python and C++ code.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support a broad range of build tools for large-scale C++/Python product life cycles.

Skills

C++ programming

Python programming

Linux CLI

Agile methodologies

CMake

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

CI/CD platforms

Job description

Kitware is seeking a Software Engineer to join the Software and Data Solutions team. This position offers an opportunity to help Kitware’s customers build meaningful software that will stand the test of time. Through this position, you will work alongside our talented software developers, algorithm experts, external collaborators, and customers.

About the Projects:

We are looking for talented individuals who will support the software application needs of our customers and internal teams.

In This Position You Will:

• Develop and support a broad range of build tools and infrastructure for large-scale C++/Python product life cycles

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or related field
• Experience in the Linux command line interface (CLI) environment
• Experience supporting CMake-based Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) systems
• Proficiency in developing Python and C++ code and applications
• Ability to thrive in an agile work environment with minimal supervision
• Ability to develop software for Unix, Linux, MacOS, and/or Windows operating systems
• Due to contractual requirements, this position requires U.S. citizenship
• Full-time on-site work at Kitware’s office in Clifton Park, NY

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with one or more AI code-assistant tools (e.g., Github Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code)
• Familiarity with one or more Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) platforms (e.g., Jenkins, Github Actions, Azure DevOps)
• Experience using Github or Gitlab for code reviews, documentation, and release management
• Interest and experience in open source software development
• $75,000 - $95,000 a year

Company Description

Kitware is a research and development software solutions provider with a mission to advance science, make a positive impact, and share our results all within a collaborative, employee-focused work environment that is friendly, fair, and flexible. Our work is improving healthcare outcomes, increasing national security, and advancing our national computing infrastructure. Our customers and collaborators include top universities from around the world, government organizations, national research labs, medical device manufacturers, car manufacturers, financial institutions, and many others.

Kitware is proud to be 100% employee-owned, and Great Place to Work-Certified™.

Additional Information

Our team members enjoy a small company environment, flexibility in work assignments, and high levels of independence and responsibility. Besides a great work environment, our comprehensive benefits package includes a competitive compensation plan, tuition reimbursement program, flexible working hours, six weeks paid time off, 401(k), health insurance, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, bonus plan, and free coffee, drinks, and snacks.