Senior Software Engineer

The C++ SWE is in an extremely customer facing role leading multi-faceted mission critical system development, deployment and evolution. The successful candidate will analyze user requirements, develop new software, and enhance existing systems to meet the demands of modern satellite communication technologies. This role will involve working on complex algorithms and ensuring software quality through automated testing and debugging. The following are the primary functions of the position: User Requirement Analysis: Analyze user requirements to derive software designs for new applications or modifications to existing software, ensuring the addition of new features and capabilities aligns with project goals. Software Development: Write high-quality, maintainable C++ code for satellite communication applications, adhering to best practices and coding standards. Debugging and Defect Correction: Identify, debug, and correct defects in existing software, utilizing effective troubleshooting techniques to resolve issues efficiently. Database and Data Repository Interfaces: Design and implement database or data repository interfaces and queries to support the application’s data management needs. Algorithm Design: Design and implement complex algorithms that adhere to strict timing, system resource, and interface constraints, ensuring high performance and reliability. Automated Testing Integration: Integrate automated testing as part of the development lifecycle, implementing unit tests and other testing methodologies to ensure software quality. Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including system architects, QA engineers, and project managers, to ensure software meets user requirements and is delivered on schedule. Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation for software designs, processes, and interfaces to facilitate knowledge sharing and project continuity.

Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 9 years of professional experience; or 7 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree. Considered an emerging authority. Desired Skills: Technical Skills: Proficiency in C++ development, with a solid understanding of real-time systems and performance optimization. Experience with RF signals analysis or satellite communications system design and theory, with the ability to implement these concepts into software. Familiarity with DevOps processes and tools, particularly in virtual (VMware) and containerized (Docker/Kubernetes) environments. Experience with message queue implementation and communication protocols. Additional Skills: Knowledge of GPU/CUDA development for performance-critical applications. Experience with MATLAB for algorithm development and simulation. Understanding of Linux system programming and development environments. Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Adaptability and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

Mode: Onsite Travel: Yes Number of openings: Multiple Experience: Any person with these skills and clearance will be considered, the salary is commensurate with the overall experience. 2-3 years will be closed to $90k and 15+ will be closer to $190k Education: Bachelor’s degree Salary Range: $90-190k -Negotiate best salary based on overall experience!