Strategic Software Engineer – National Impact & Travel

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University; University Park (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 266,000; Full time

Job summary

ARL at Penn State University is seeking analytical software engineers for the Strategic Systems Operation Division. The role focuses on software implementation, testing, and productization, with travel to sponsor locations and remote opportunities based on project needs.

ARL is a DoD SkillBridge partner welcoming transitioning military members. The position requires strong programming skills and experience across Linux/Windows, with collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science with 14+ years' relevant experience (Senior) or 19+ years (Principal).
• Eligibility for Secret clearance; TS/SCI upgrade may be required.
• Background checks required for University employment.

Responsibilities

• Apply software expertise to programs with national or international impact by identifying challenges and opportunities
• Ensure technical excellence and on-time completion of all project tasks
• Develop and deliver updates on program status to Fleet-level personnel
• Collaborate regularly with engineering team, sponsors, researchers, and stakeholders
• Contribute as a key member of a multi-disciplinary engineering team

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Rust

Git

CI/CD

Linux

Windows

Docker

Kubernetes

Data structures

Algorithms

Networking

Education

CS/CE degree

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

ARL at Penn State University is seeking analytical software engineers for the Strategic Systems Operation Division. The role focuses on software implementation, testing, and productization, with travel to sponsor locations and remote opportunities based on project needs.

ARL is a DoD SkillBridge partner welcoming transitioning military members. The position requires strong programming skills and experience across Linux/Windows, with collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.