C++ Software Engineer

MORSE Corp is an employee-owned, small business based in Cambridge, MA, Arlington, VA, and Seattle, WA with a history of fielding cutting-edge technology for the US National Security Ecosystem. MORSE boasts a specially selected team of scientists, engineers, and software developers to deliver best-in-class technical solutions that solve difficult multidisciplinary problems faced by the US National Security Ecosystem.

About the role

MORSE is seeking highly motivated and talented C++ Software Engineers to join our innovative team, supporting various projects that provide hardware-software interfaces, simulation, and real-time capabilities to a diverse range of Department of Defense (DoD) customers. As a C++ Software Engineer at MORSE, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology, contributing to the success of our applications and embedded software and making a meaningful impact on our customers. You will collaborate with teams of engineers and data scientists to design, develop, and deliver high-quality software products that meet the highest standards of quality, scalability, and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable, efficient, and reliable software applications using C++ and Python
• Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and pair programming to ensure high-quality code and knowledge sharing
• Interface with hardware including boards, sensors, cameras, GPS receivers, radios, and microcontrollers
• Stay up-to-date with the latest software engineering trends, tools, and technologies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software products, ensuring seamless integration and deployment
• Contribute to the development of new codebases that emphasize object-orientation, modularity, and maintainability

Requirements

• US citizenship and the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance (Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI)
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field (or significant professional experience)
• 5+ years of software development experience
• Expertise in C++ and proficiency in Python
• Strong understanding of hardware, embedded systems, and sensors
• Experience with Docker, Docker-compose, or Kubernetes
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies (Scrum or Kanban) and microservice architecture
• Strong communication skills and self-motivation
• Experience or desire to lead technical teams

Benefits

• Bonus, stock, and 401(k) match (depending on role eligibility)
• Paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Open leave policy for exempt, regular full-time employees (not an unlimited policy)

Pay

$90,000—$210,000 USD