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Software Engineer V

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The Software Engineer V serves as a senior technical leader across advanced software development initiatives, with a focus on real-time autonomous systems, computer vision, machine learning, sensor fusion, and EO/IR imagery analysis. This role emphasizes the development and deployment of high-performance, GUI-driven applications—especially those integrated with the Android Team Awareness Kit (ATAK)—for defense, intelligence, and commercial use cases. Description

The Software Engineer V serves as a senior technical leader across advanced software development initiatives, with a focus on real-time autonomous systems, computer vision, machine learning, sensor fusion, and EO/IR imagery analysis. This role emphasizes the development and deployment of high-performance, GUI-driven applications—especially those integrated with the Android Team Awareness Kit (ATAK)—for defense, intelligence, and commercial use cases.

Job Duties

Software Architecture & Development: Lead the design, development, and maintenance of scalable software systems, including GUI and user-facing interfaces for autonomous and sensing platforms. Build both prototype and production-level software solutions for real-time applications. Advanced Algorithm Integration: Research, develop, and implement state-of-the-art vision-based sensing algorithms and machine learning models. Support deployment of these capabilities to government and commercial customers. System Design & Optimization: Drive architectural decisions to ensure performance, scalability, and security. Identify performance bottlenecks and lead optimization efforts to reduce technical debt. Testing, Validation & Debugging: Oversee unit, integration, and system-level testing. Lead verification and validation of autonomous software and imaging systems to ensure functional and performance requirements are met. Code Quality & Best Practices: Conduct detailed code reviews to maintain quality, performance, and compliance with secure coding standards. Collaborate with other developers to improve reliability and maintainability. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with program managers, designers, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to define technical requirements, align with program goals, and deliver mission-critical solutions. Documentation & Communication: Produce and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, flowcharts, programming procedures, and user guides to support team knowledge sharing and sustainment. Mentorship & Leadership: Mentor junior engineers and lead by example in engineering excellence, agile practices, and timely project execution. Security & Compliance: Ensure all software complies with relevant cybersecurity and regulatory standards, including ITAR and other government requirements. Continuous Innovation: Stay current with emerging technologies and frameworks; identify opportunities to incorporate them into future development efforts.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications:

Successful background screening Demonstrated expertise in leading the development of state-of-the-art vision-based sensing algorithms and software solutions, particularly those compatible with ATAK, and experience deploying them for government agencies and commercial clients. Proven track record in researching and implementing advanced computer vision and machine learning models, with a focus on GUI-centric applications. Extensive experience in designing, developing, and implementing applications for autonomous systems, encompassing both prototype proof-of-concept and production-level software, with a strong emphasis on seamless ATAK integration. Adept at analyzing user needs and delivering tailored ATAK-centric solutions. Proficiency in collaboration with program managers to align with specification needs, with a specific focus on integrating ATAK capabilities. Skilled in collaborating effectively with fellow developers to design, optimize, and enhance ATAK-related code. Proficient in producing clear and informative flowcharts, diagrams, and user guides specific to ATAK-centric programs. Diligent in documenting programming tasks and procedures, with an emphasis on ATAK integration. Experience in verification and validation for systems and capabilities developed, particularly in the context of ATAK-centric solutions Ability to effectively handle stress and pressure consistent with the job duties and industry Ability to analyze user needs and develop solutions Proficient programming in at least one programming language (e.g., C, C++, Matlab, or Python), though proficiency in multiple languages is preferred

Additional Requirement

You must have, or be eligible to obtain, a Department of Defense Secret clearance. You will be subject to government security investigations and must be able to access classified information. The inability to obtain a security clearance will result in you being ineligible for the position. Seniority level

Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type

Employment type Full-time Job function

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