Software Engineer

Aquila Technology
Lexington, MA, United States
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Testing (Software) C (Programming Language) C++ (Programming Language) Communications Protocols Software Debugging Linux Perl (Programming Language) Emulators Python (Programming Language) Linux Kernel Multicasting Network Architecture
+12 more
Network Model Network Protocols Radio-Frequency Identification Rapid Prototyping Process Linux Containers Socket Programming Software Engineering Dynamic Routing Scripting Information Technology Docker Programming Languages

Job description

  • Design, develop, integrate, and test software solutions for tactical network protocols.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze requirements and deliver high-quality software.
  • Utilize C, C++ and Python as primary development languages, with the ability to quickly adapt to other scripting languages as needed.
  • Apply expertise in IP routing protocols, multicast, and socket programming to develop robust solutions.
  • Work in a native Linux environment, including Linux kernel networking, OS networking configuration, and Linux Containers (e.g., Docker, CORE).
  • Proactively engage with team members to understand and resolve challenges and make collaborative decisions.

Requirements

At Aquila Technology, you will see our team’s passion every day, whether we are building a robust, policy-compliant IT system or stress-testing a system to identify gaps and security vulnerabilities. To own the advantage, we ensure our team owns results and gets the work done right the first time by deploying smart, purposeful solutions that work. Aquila is the right people with the right skills driving the right outcomes. We call this the Aquila Advantage. Aquila Technology is seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer with extensive experience in software design, development, integration, testing, and analysis to support the development of network protocols for tactical systems. This role requires a motivated individual who thrives in a rapid-prototyping environment with fast design-debug cycles. Must Have

  • 2 years - Networking architectures and protocols
  • 2 years - IP Routing Protocols
  • 2 years - Linux Kernel Networking
  • 2 years - Network Protocol Design
  • 2 years - Software development of IP routing protocols (multicast, socket programming, etc.)
  • 2 years - Development experience on a Linux platform
  • 2 years - Programming Languages (e.g., Perl, Python, C/C++) Nice to Have

  • Digital and Wireless Radio/Communications Technology
  • Military/DoD Wireless Communications
  • Network modeling and emulation using Linux Containers (Docker, CORE)
  • Network Performance Monitoring, + Experience in network modeling, emulation, and protocol design.
  • Proficiency in network performance monitoring and optimization.
  • Familiarity with radio communications concepts, including software-defined radios, MAC protocols, physical layer, and RF systems.
  • Experience in military or DoD wireless communications systems.

Benefits & conditions

Location: This position will be hybrid with expectations to be one day/wk onsite. Must be live within 100 miles of Lexington MA., Aquila team members experience the opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, customer-focused, and technically innovative work environment. Aquila strives to deliver the best of the best in technical services to our customers. Candidates that possess a love for technical challenges, a desire to constantly learn, and the desire to establish themselves as critical players within a team will enjoy calling Aquila Technology home. Our Perks Include: PTO - 15 days (vacation/sick) 10 paid holidays - 6 standard (New Year’s, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas) - 4 floating holidays prorated based on your day of hire:

  • 1.5 paid days, or 12 hours, for approved volunteer work
  • 1 week of paid maternity/paternity LOA after 1 year of Full-time employment Tuition & Training Reimbursement - 5K annually for pre-approved, Eligible full-time team members who have completed a minimum of six (6) months of employment may apply for tuition reimbursement for approved, job-related courses taken through an accredited college or university. Team members must achieve a grade of “B” or better to qualify for reimbursement.Aquila will reimburse up to $5,000 per fiscal year for tuition expenses only. Expenses related to training programs, certifications, books, materials, meals, transportation, or other non-tuition costs are not eligible under the Tuition Reimbursement Program. All tuition reimbursement requests must be submitted to and approved by the team member’s Manager prior to course registration. Reimbursement will be issued upon successful course completion and submission of final grades and proof of payment. 401K with Fidelity - Eligible to participate following 90 days of employment. Company match on employee contribution:

  • $1/$1 up to 3%, then .50 cents / $1 for 4th and 5th %s
  • Fully vested from day one, Cell Phone & Internet Reimbursed up to $150 monthly to cover cell phone, data, and home internet expenses. Aquila Technology will reimburse team members who work from home ONLY for cell phone/mobile device fees for work-related communications and/or operations each month. Employees eligible for this benefit must work remote 2 days a week or more to qualify. Buy Your Own Device (BYOD) - Team members are eligible for reimbursement of up to $1,500 every three (3) years for the purchase of electronic equipment used to access corporate services. To qualify for this benefit, employees must have completed a minimum of six (6) months of employment and must agree to and sign the Device Minimum Configuration Form prior to reimbursement. Electronic devices eligible under the Buy Your Own Device (BYOD) program are limited to cell phones, laptops, and tablets. Location: This position will be hybrid with expectations to be one day/wk onsite. There may be certain test events that would require someone to be onsite a few days/wk for 1-2 weeks of testing. Must be within 100 miles from Lexington, MA Clearance Level: Interim clearance is sufficient for start Interview process: initial zoom screening and then second round would be onsite interviews. They would consider candidates for second round zoom if they are relocating but local candidates should expect to come onsite. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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