Software Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer to join our team in developing unmanned and autonomous ships for the US Government. In this role, you will design, code, and test software as part of a Scrum team in Arlington, VA, while also coaching and mentoring junior and mid-level developers. You will work alongside senior developers on projects of significant national importance – from enabling autonomous operations in existing ships to supporting new ship development through design, build, and test phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and debug mission critical software source code.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle.
• Serve as technical lead for small projects and mentor other engineers.
• Perform peer reviews of software.
• Collaborate on continuous process improvement to help the team excel.
• Assist with evaluating field tests.
• Communicate with client project team members.
• Travel occasionally (up to 25%).

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a STEM field plus 4+ years of software development; or 2+ years with a master’s degree, with at least 2+ years using Linux and C++.
• Significant experience working in a team environment, including providing guidance and coaching to other developers.
• Experience designing complex systems, considering both performance and user requirements.
• Exposure to high availability, sensor fusion, target tracking, path planning, communications systems, or military systems integration.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with the Atlassian tool suite.
• Experience with automated build processes (Bamboo, Jenkins, etc.).
• Knowledge of game theory, artificial intelligence, petri nets, or safety critical software.
• Demonstrable problem-solving skills.
• Active Secret Security Clearance is preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: $85,150.00 - $153,925.00
• Competitive compensation package
• Health and Wellness programs
• Income Protection, Paid Leave, and Retirement benefits