Software Design Engineering Scientist Associate Full-time

Software Design Engineering Scientist Associate

Design, develop, test, document, and maintain production and R&D software used in data collection, signal processing, mapping, and navigation for the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL) at Applied Research Laboratories (ARL).

Responsibilities

Design and develop software applications.

Maintain and test new and legacy code.

Create supporting documentation for software and systems

Participate in data collection exercises, data management, and analysis.

Potential travel to domestic offsite test events, 2-4 times per year.

Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering or other related field.

Demonstrated ability to define and document complex software applications using object oriented data structures.

Applicant must have a demonstrated ability to follow coding standards and testing standards

Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized, capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks, and managing their time. This position will require attention to detail, effective problem solving, sound engineering judgment, and good communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision, and effectively communicate with all groups of clients. Applicant must be able to work under pressure and accept supervision with regular and punctual attendance.

US Citizen. Selected applicant is subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at level appropriate to project requirements of the position

Preferred Qualifications

Desire to research and develop products using new and innovative software technologies.

Experience with unit testing, version control, and documenting development of software.

Demonstrated knowledge in some of the following: C#, Python, JavaScript, C/C++, Java, web application development, Git, cloud computing (AWS or Azure).

Graphic design and/or UX design experience.

Prior work experience in professional or research-oriented software development.

Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Cumulative GPA of 3.0 with at least a 3.2 in relevant coursework.

Salary Range

$88,500-$120,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

Standard office conditions

Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Use of manual dexterity

Some weekend, evening and holiday work

Electrical & mechanical hazards

Possible interstate/intrastate travel

Required Materials

Resume/CV

3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Letter of interest

Unofficial college transcript