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# Senior C++ Engineer - Real-Time Tactical Systems (RR1008)

- **Company:** Hart Inc.
- **Location:** Dahlgren, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, JIRA, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Linux, Embedded Software, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Python (Programming Language), Lua (Scripting Language), Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Architecture, Multithreading, Scripting, Real Time Systems, Git, Linux Development, Production Code, C++14
- **Published:** June 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=094af0ab3816e1f7

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Multithreading?, * A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline.

 * 10+ years professional experience with modern C++ (C++11 and later) and the Standard Library (containers, threading, algorithms, etc.).
 * Strong background in applied mathematics as it relates to algorithm optimization and system modelling.
 * Experience with Linux development
 * U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a DoD Security Clearance.

Desired Skills

 * Experience with tactical control systems or hardware-in-the-loop testing.
 * Proficiency with additional languages such as Python, Lua, or C for scripting and tooling.
 * Experience building network-distributed or embedded software for real-time applications.
 * Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and tools like Jira and Git.
 * Active DoD clearance is highly desired.

## Description

Provide key software engineering expertise towards of design, development and support of high-performance, low-latency Modern C++ solutions on Linux for real-time tactical, training, analysis, and simulation applications. Drive architectural decisions for distributed, hardware-in-the-loop platforms., * Design, develop, integrate, test, and deploy C++ applications for real-time tactical environments with an emphasis on performance and stability.

 * Provide technical leadership on system architecture, influencing design choices that meet stringent DoD verification and validation requirements.
 * Implement network synchronized applications for complex distributed tactical systems and optimize network-synchronisation.
 * Apply advanced applied-mathematics techniques to improve system efficiency, accuracy, and predictability and platform alignment.
 * Partner with subject-matter experts, systems architects, and hardware engineers to translate mission requirements into reliable code.
 * Mentor junior engineers, conduct code reviews, and ensure effective development practices.


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