Python Developer

About the Role

ICF is seeking a software developer to join a talented, technical, and dynamic team that excels in delivering technical competency and capabilities in resource-constrained environments. The ideal candidate will support the development and evaluation of machine learning cyber defense algorithms and resilience methods for resource-constrained devices such as Unmanned Air/Ground Vehicles (UAV/UGV) in tactical environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop software using DevOps best practices within a team of scientists, software developers, and hardware engineers.
• Develop scenarios using 3D simulation/visualization engines such as Unreal Engine or similar to support dynamic evaluation of platform resilience.
• Document and publish the results of tests in technical reports.
• Deliver progress updates, insights, and deliverables in technical briefings and demonstrations.
• Work in a multi-team development project.

Basic Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and ability to maintain an active DoD clearance.
• Must be DoD 8570 compliant and maintain required certifications for an IAT I appointment.
• Education: BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physical Science, Information Science, Cyber Security, or Mathematics.
• Six (6) years of research or technical experience in a scientific or technical field relevant to requirements.

Additional Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience (3+ years preferred) using Python and Git.
• At least 1 year of experience with Unreal Engine.
• At least 1 year of experience writing code to interact with databases.
• At least 1 year of experience working inside Linux Environments.
• Experience or working knowledge with network simulation tools (e.g., ns-3).
• Strong knowledge of software development best practices.
• Ability to analyze, document, and publish technical reports based on testing.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Familiarity with cyber security principles and terminology.
• Familiarity with UAV/UGV operation.
• Familiarity with radio frequency science and electronic warfare techniques/terminology.
• Familiarity with research environments, e.g., scientific writing, technical writing, experiment design.
• Familiarity with DoD computing environment.

Pay

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $81,499.00 - $138,549.00.