> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1401227-c-software-engineer-dc-nova](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1401227-c-software-engineer-dc-nova). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # C++ Software Engineer (DC, NoVA) - **Company:** Stellar Science - **Location:** Vienna, VA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), Computer-Aided Design, 3D Computer Graphics Software, Microsoft Windows, Computer Vision, C++ (Programming Language), CMake, Continuous Integration, Linux, Eigen (C++ Library), Design of User Interfaces, Python (Programming Language), OpenGL, OpenMP, OpenSceneGraph, Qt (Software), Software Tools, Supercomputing, TypeScript, WebGL, Graphics Processing Unit (GPU), Orbital Mechanics, Git, Modeling and Simulation, Bitbucket, Multiplatform, Jenkins - **Published:** July 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gimfw8 ## About the Role Stellar Science is seeking several modern C++20/23 Software Engineers with three or more years of industry experience creating reusable, maintainable code solving challenging math and physics problems. BS (or equivalent experience) required, MS/PhD degree desired. Join our unique, collaborative team to help implement leading-edge scientific software tools in fascinating domains including space situational awareness, computer vision, directed energy, metamaterials, and biothermal modeling. Experience in any of the following is a plus: + Additional languages: Java, Python, TypeScript + Relevant libraries: Boost, Eigen + Cross-platform development on Linux and Windows + 3D graphics: OpenSceneGraph, OpenGL, WebGL + Supercomputing: MPI, OpenMP, threads, GPUs + User interface development: Qt + Continuous integration: git, Bitbucket, Jenkins, CMake + Image processing, imagery analysis, computer vision, computer aided design (CAD) + Aerospace vehicles, orbital mechanics, electromagnetics, space situational awareness + Modeling and simulation, including directed energy + Code sample or C++ evaluation required. Extremely flexible work schedule & generous benefits. US Citizenship required + willingness to undergo a background investigation. Active Security Clearance is a plus. ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Rendering Design Software in the Browser at Penpot](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1353-rendering-design-software-in-the-browser-at-penpot) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Strange New Worlds: shaping the future of the digital age](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/677-strange-new-worlds-shaping-the-future-of-the-digital-age) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE – From JavaScript to WebAssembly, High-Performance Charting and More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1794-wearedevelopers-live-from-javascript-to-webassembly-high-performance-charting-and-more) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Dev Digest 129 - Now that's what I call private data!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/468-dev-digest-129-now-that-s-what-i-call-private-data) - [Dev Digest 131 - AI'm not sure about OSS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/472-dev-digest-131-ai-m-not-sure-about-oss) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)