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STR

STR makes the world a safer place by developing technology and applying it to solve emerging national security challenges.

Principal Software Engineer for Integration & Test

SDETSDETFull TimeRemoteSeniorTeam 800Since 2010

Location

Virginia

Posted

40 days ago

Salary

$206K - $284K / year

Seniority

Senior

Bachelor Degree9 yrs expEnglishC++CudaLinuxMatlabOpenclPython

Job Description

Principal Software Engineer for Integration & Test

STR

About the Team: The Real-time Architectures, Integration, and Demonstration (RAID) Group focuses on transition of algorithms from concept to real-time software, providing open architecture expertise, and facilitating integration of capabilities for experimentation, test, and deployment. The Role: As a Principal Software Engineer, you will lead technical teams developing real-time software for advanced RF sensor systems. You will architect software solutions compliant with open architecture standards, lead the transition of algorithms from concept to real-time implementation, and mentor junior engineers. What you will do: - Lead technical teams in architecting, developing, and deploying real-time RF sensor software derived from diverse sources - Transition advanced algorithms from MATLAB/Python prototypes to optimized production C/C++ implementations within open architecture frameworks - Optimize software performance for real-time, resource-constrained systems with strict latency requirements - Architect communication infrastructure and data flows for distributed processing systems - Lead end-to-end open system integration efforts including hardware-in-the-loop testing, ensuring seamless integration across distributed architectures, external systems, and hardware platforms - Conduct design reviews, code reviews, and technical risk assessments and ensure software compliance with open architecture standards and frameworks - Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineers - Write technical reports, create briefings, and present results to sponsors and senior management - Interface with customers, program managers, and stakeholders to define technical requirements - Lead proposal development efforts including technical approach definition, cost estimation, and white paper development - Collaborate with algorithm developers, systems engineers, RF hardware engineers, and integration teams across programs - Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in real-time software development - Support approximately 20% travel for customer meetings, integration events, and field demonstrations Who you are: - Active clearance at the Secret level with ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by the US government - BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field with a minimum of 5-10+ years of relevant work experience depending on degree (BS +10 years, MS +8 years, PhD +5 years) - Experience in two or more of the following areas: - Professional software development, C++ for high-performance real-time applications, real-time software for signal processing or sensing applications, Architecture development, leading complex software development efforts, open systems architecture integration, hardware / software integration, proposal leadership Even Better: - Active Top Secret Security Clearance (TS/SCI preferred) - Strong testing mindset with experience in unit testing, integration testing, and continuous testing frameworks - Experience with: - Multithreaded programming, distributed systems, performance optimization - Real-time constraints, latency budgets, and deterministic behavior - RF signal processing concepts - GPU programming and optimization (CUDA, OpenCL) - Containerization, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices - Linux and embedded systems development - MATLAB and/or Python for algorithm prototyping Join us and be part of a team that's making an impact at the forefront of technology and innovation. Come be part of our mission to drive innovation and make a difference in the world. Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $206,000 - $284,000 The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions. STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, and Carlsbad, CA. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us. STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer. STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at www.str.us for more info. STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at appassist@str.us and provide your contact info. Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.

Benefits

  • 401(K), 401(K) matching, Commuter benefits, Company equity, Company-sponsored outings, Company sponsored family events, Continuing education stipend, Dental insurance, Disability insurance, Documented equal pay policy, Family medical leave, Fitness stipend, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Flexible work schedule, Generous parental leave, Generous PTO, Company-sponsored happy hours, Health insurance, Job training & conferences, Open door policy, Life insurance, Mentorship program, Online course subscriptions available, Paid holidays, Paid industry certifications, Onsite office parking, Performance bonus, Pet insurance, Promote from within, Recreational clubs, Lunch and learns, Relocation assistance, Remote work program, Free snacks and drinks, Team based strategic planning, OKR operational model, Tuition reimbursement, Vision insurance, Wellness programs, Some meals provided, Mental health benefits, Home-office stipend for remote employees, Fertility benefits, Employee-led culture committees, In-person all-hands meetings, Pay transparency, Transgender health care benefits, Mother's room, Personal development training, Flexible time off, Floating holidays, Bereavement leave benefits

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