Software Engineer Associate

Key Responsibilities

• Contributes to the development, implementation, and maintenance of software applications and systems to meet project and mission requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including mechanical and electrical engineers, to integrate software solutions into larger system architectures.
• Design, develop, and test software for embedded systems, real-time applications, and high-performance processing environments.
• Write and optimize code in programming languages such as C, C++, Python, Java, or other relevant languages.
• Develop and implement algorithms for tasks such as signal processing, data fusion, and real-time control systems.
• Participate in requirements analysis, system design, code review, and software testing.
• Incorporate cyber-resilient design practices to ensure secure software solutions.
• Utilize software development tools to support configuration management, version control, and debugging.
• Develop and document software-related deliverables, including technical documents, user manuals, and test plans.
• Provide support for testing, troubleshooting, and validating software functionality in integration labs or field environments.

Qualifications

• Relevant Background and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline and 2+ years of experience in software development, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C, C++, Java, or similar high-level languages.
• Experience developing software for embedded systems, including system modeling, real-time processing, and algorithm development.
• Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies, including Agile practices.
• Knowledge of networking protocols, communication standards, and system integration processes.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, Subversion).
• Familiarity with test-driven development, debugging, and troubleshooting practices.
• Ability to integrate software with corresponding hardware components in a cross-functional engineering environment.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices.
• Ability to analyze requirements and design custom solutions for unique customer needs.
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability to changing technical challenges.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment.