Software Engineer (C++)

True Anomaly; Washington, Colorado Springs, Long Beach, Denver (District of Columbia, CO, CA, CO); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

True Anomaly is seeking a highly experienced C++ Software Engineer to develop innovative technology for space security and sustainability. The role involves designing software for spacecraft simulation, ensuring high standards of quality, and contributing to research initiatives in autonomous space systems. Candidates will enjoy competitive compensation, equity, and world-class benefits.

Benefits

Platinum healthcare

Flexible work hours/location

Generous stock options

401K

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in C++ (C++17/C++20).
• Experience with performance analysis and debugging.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement software for simulating space vehicle operations.
• Maintain C and Python APIs for backend teams.
• Conduct performance analyses and collaborate on mission planning.

Skills

Software Development

C++ Programming

Linear Algebra

Debugging

Performance Analysis

Python Scripting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

CMake

GCC

Clang

Google Test

Job description

Denver, CO or Colorado Springs, CO or Long Beach, CA or Washington D.C.

A new space race has begun. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build innovative technology that solves the next generation of engineering, manufacturing, and operational challenges for space security and sustainability.

OUR MISSION

The peaceful use of space is essential for continued prosperity on Earth—from communications and finance to navigation and logistics. True Anomaly builds innovative technology at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance the capabilities of the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners. We safeguard global security by ensuring space access and sustainability for all.

OUR VALUES

• Be the offset.We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity
• What would it take?We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results
• It’s the people.Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together

YOUR MISSION

Software is the central nervous system for True Anomaly’s engineering and product thesis. Software bridges the gap between military objectives, theoretical astrodynamics and the human and autonomous control of spacecraft and ground systems in time and space. True Anomaly is seeking a highly experienced C++ Software Engineer to contribute to the continuing evolution of our complex spacecraft modeling and simulation software. The C++ software engineer would be particularly responsible for developing core functions and APIs that enable the simulation of space vehicle propagation, electronic operation, maneuvering, state estimation, communication, and other crucial functions of a spacecraft.

You do not need to have experience building space ground systems or experience in aerospace. You’ll have ownership of challenging, greenfield problems and a chance to fundamentally impact the outcome of future conflict (and the future of the company), all while enjoying world-class benefits including platinum healthcare, flexible work hours/location, highly competitive compensation and a generous stock options package.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, implement, and test software for simulating the propagation and operation of space vehicles using modern C++ (C++17 / C++20).
• Maintain C and Python APIs that are used by other backend and frontend teams to expose complex calculations as part of the MOSAIC application.
• Conduct analyses of performance, quality, and adherence to standard using benchmarks, sanitizers, code formatters, and other capabilities provided by CMake, GCC, Clang, and other tools.
• Collaborate with other internal teams who leverage our simulation APIs to plan and execute missions, develop advanced algorithms for spacecraft operation, and perform tradespace analyses.
• Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and sprint planning sessions to maintain high standards of software quality and adherence to project timelines.
• Contribute to research and development initiatives aimed at advancing the state-of-the-art in autonomous space systems and their applications in military and civilian contexts.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong background in software engineering, ideally with 5+ years of software development experience and exposure to physical simulations, robotics, mathematics, or scientific computing.
• Proficiency with the C++ programming language, up to and including the C++17 and C++20 specifications.
• Strong understanding of linear algebra, and proficiency with linear algebraic libraries such as Eigen.
• Proficiency with modern C++ memory management capabilities and an understanding of best practices.
• Proficiency with CMake, GCC or Clang, and other tools essential to building, compiling, and releasing modern C++ software.
• Experience writing software unit and integration tests using the Google Test framework.
• Experience with debugging and testing code in a production environment.
• Some experience with the Python programming language for scripting and prototyping applications.
• Some experience with Atlassian productivity tools for task planning and documentation purposes.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience with multithreaded implementation strategies and their realization using modern C++ features.
• Experience with data interchange formats, such as JSON, and data serialization mechanisms, such as Protocol Buffers.
• Experience with the deployment of C++ applications to embedded compute platforms.
• Some experience with real-time or faster-than-real-time simulation applications.
• Some experience with modern computer vision libraries, such as OpenCV.
• Some experience with asynchronous messaging libraries, such as ZeroMQ.
• Some experience with wrapping C/C++ libraries for use in a Python application.

COMPENSATION

• Software Engineer II: $140,000-$190,000
• Senior Software Engineer: $155,000-$215,000
• Staff Software Engineer: $175,000-$240,000
• Software Engineer II: $145,000-$200,000
• Senior Software Engineer: $160,000-$225,000
• Staff Software Engineer: $180,000-$255,000
• Washington D.C. Base Salary:
  • Software Engineer II: $145,000-$200,000
  • Senior Software Engineer: $160,000-$225,000
  • Staff Software Engineer: $180,000-$255,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Denver, Colorado Springs, Long Beach, or Washington D.C. While we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Hybrid

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.

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