Arete Associates
At Arete, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation's most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth.
Discover your future with us.
We are seeking a mid-level to senior level
Software Engineer
with a background in scientific software development. The ideal person would have strong programming skills in C++ and python coupled with knowledge of computer vision and signal/image processing. The successful candidate will work with scientists and engineers to transform advanced signal and image processing algorithms from higher level languages (e.g., Python) into robust and efficient software directly used by our customers and/or suitable for operational use. Other duties include practicing sound software processing methods to design, develop, analyze, and test software applications from prototype to operations, using modern software development languages and practices. Ability to assess algorithm performance on real-world data and document results via written reports and/or well-commented code is a must. This role requires a passion for solving challenging technical problems in a collaborative environment. This is an exempt, non-supervisory, full-time position based in our
Falls Church, VA
office.
Health & Wellness:
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Vision Reimbursement
Fitness Reimbursement
Financial:
401(k) Retirement Plan Contributions
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Continuing Education Assistance
Work-Life Balance:
Flexible Scheduling
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Parental and Bereavement Leave
What We Value:
Creativity and innovation in solving challenges
Integrity and responsibility in all actions
Collaboration across teams and specialties
Responsiveness in fast-paced environments
Passion for national security and excellence
Experiences and Background We Look For (required skills):
MUST hold an active Top-Secret clearance and be eligible and willing to obtain an SCI clearance (which will include a polygraph)
Qualified candidates will have a college degree in computer science or in a scientific/engineering discipline.
Strong programming skills in C++
Strong programming skills in Python, including scientific Python libraries such as numpy, scipy, pandas
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Intellectual curiosity and a desire for continuous learning
Ability to work with minimal supervision and collaborate with small teams
Willingness to work onsite in the office 100% of the time
Nice to Have (preferred skills):
Experience developing applications that utilize OpenGL
Experience with Graphical User Interface (GUI) development with Qt
Experience developing high-performance, parallel algorithms optimized for multi-threaded CPU and GPU architectures (e.g. CUDA)
Experience in GIS data processing & analysis, including map projections & coordinate system transformations
Experience working in a Linux environment
Physics-based modeling and simulation experience
Remote sensing experience utilizing Electro-Optics or Synthetic Aperture RADAR
Classical signal/image processing experience (detection, estimation, and tracking)
Computer vision, image and data fusion, image classification or automated target recognition
The salary for this role, depending on degree and experience, is:
Engineer 2: $105,000 - $135,000 [minimum experience of BS+2 years or MS+0 years]
Staff Engineer: $120,000 - $160,000 [minimum experience of BS+5 years, MS+3 years, or PhD+0 years]
Senior Engineer: $150,000 - $180,000 [minimum experience of BS+9 years, MS+7 years, or PhD+4 years]
Other Considerations Arete is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination, and we believe every person has the right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and equal consideration. Arete is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility.
Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility.
Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Arete will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website because of your disability. To request an accommodation, please contact Arete Human Resources at 818-885-2200 for assistance.
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Discover your future with us.
We are seeking a mid-level to senior level
Software Engineer
with a background in scientific software development. The ideal person would have strong programming skills in C++ and python coupled with knowledge of computer vision and signal/image processing. The successful candidate will work with scientists and engineers to transform advanced signal and image processing algorithms from higher level languages (e.g., Python) into robust and efficient software directly used by our customers and/or suitable for operational use. Other duties include practicing sound software processing methods to design, develop, analyze, and test software applications from prototype to operations, using modern software development languages and practices. Ability to assess algorithm performance on real-world data and document results via written reports and/or well-commented code is a must. This role requires a passion for solving challenging technical problems in a collaborative environment. This is an exempt, non-supervisory, full-time position based in our
Falls Church, VA
office.
Health & Wellness:
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Vision Reimbursement
Fitness Reimbursement
Financial:
401(k) Retirement Plan Contributions
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Continuing Education Assistance
Work-Life Balance:
Flexible Scheduling
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Parental and Bereavement Leave
What We Value:
Creativity and innovation in solving challenges
Integrity and responsibility in all actions
Collaboration across teams and specialties
Responsiveness in fast-paced environments
Passion for national security and excellence
Experiences and Background We Look For (required skills):
MUST hold an active Top-Secret clearance and be eligible and willing to obtain an SCI clearance (which will include a polygraph)
Qualified candidates will have a college degree in computer science or in a scientific/engineering discipline.
Strong programming skills in C++
Strong programming skills in Python, including scientific Python libraries such as numpy, scipy, pandas
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Intellectual curiosity and a desire for continuous learning
Ability to work with minimal supervision and collaborate with small teams
Willingness to work onsite in the office 100% of the time
Nice to Have (preferred skills):
Experience developing applications that utilize OpenGL
Experience with Graphical User Interface (GUI) development with Qt
Experience developing high-performance, parallel algorithms optimized for multi-threaded CPU and GPU architectures (e.g. CUDA)
Experience in GIS data processing & analysis, including map projections & coordinate system transformations
Experience working in a Linux environment
Physics-based modeling and simulation experience
Remote sensing experience utilizing Electro-Optics or Synthetic Aperture RADAR
Classical signal/image processing experience (detection, estimation, and tracking)
Computer vision, image and data fusion, image classification or automated target recognition
The salary for this role, depending on degree and experience, is:
Engineer 2: $105,000 - $135,000 [minimum experience of BS+2 years or MS+0 years]
Staff Engineer: $120,000 - $160,000 [minimum experience of BS+5 years, MS+3 years, or PhD+0 years]
Senior Engineer: $150,000 - $180,000 [minimum experience of BS+9 years, MS+7 years, or PhD+4 years]
Other Considerations Arete is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination, and we believe every person has the right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and equal consideration. Arete is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility.
Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility.
Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Arete will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website because of your disability. To request an accommodation, please contact Arete Human Resources at 818-885-2200 for assistance.
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