Apex Systems
Software Engineering - Software Engineer IV
Apex Systems, Redmond, Washington, United States, 98052
Contract Software Engineer
Our client is looking to bring together a world-class team of researchers, developers, and engineers to create the future of virtual and augmented reality, which together will become as universal and essential as smartphones and personal computers are today. We are looking for a contract software engineer to maintain and expand the software and systems in our data collection lab in Redmond, WA in order to ensure that the data collection process is efficient, accurate and reliable. You will build software for working with cutting-edge prototype devices and integrating them into our data collection platform. You will work with a team of audio/video engineers and recording technicians, as well as an international team of software engineers and interdisciplinary audio researchers. You will be expected to work with them to scope and prioritize tasks, and to collaboratively produce high-quality, maintainable software. Responsibilities
Developing software to work with cutting-edge prototype wearable devices. Making the data collection process efficient, reliable and accurate. Working with recording equipment for audio, video, inertial measurements and other modalities. Deploying, testing and evaluating upgrades to the distributed data collection platform. Building and maintaining systems for monitoring system health. Enhancing tooling for the validation and processing of data. Working onsite to debug problems and performing root cause analyses. Working with other engineers to triage issues, design solutions and estimate work. Promoting best practices across the community of engineers and researchers. Qualifications
BS Degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent work experience. 3+ years of professional programming experience. Demonstrated proficiency in working with large projects in Python. Proficiency in Linux and shell scripting. Skills in maintaining and improving networks. Experience with cross-platform distributed (RESTful) systems. Experience with FastAPI, or similar backend frameworks in Python. Working knowledge of time-synchronization. Desirable:
Experience working with hardware multimedia sensors. Working knowledge of audio, image and video formats. Experience with relational and graph/NoSQL databases. Experience with software and hardware testing frameworks and strategies. Working knowledge of React, or similar frontend frameworks in JavaScript. Experience with systems administration on Windows. EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department. Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards. Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.
Our client is looking to bring together a world-class team of researchers, developers, and engineers to create the future of virtual and augmented reality, which together will become as universal and essential as smartphones and personal computers are today. We are looking for a contract software engineer to maintain and expand the software and systems in our data collection lab in Redmond, WA in order to ensure that the data collection process is efficient, accurate and reliable. You will build software for working with cutting-edge prototype devices and integrating them into our data collection platform. You will work with a team of audio/video engineers and recording technicians, as well as an international team of software engineers and interdisciplinary audio researchers. You will be expected to work with them to scope and prioritize tasks, and to collaboratively produce high-quality, maintainable software. Responsibilities
Developing software to work with cutting-edge prototype wearable devices. Making the data collection process efficient, reliable and accurate. Working with recording equipment for audio, video, inertial measurements and other modalities. Deploying, testing and evaluating upgrades to the distributed data collection platform. Building and maintaining systems for monitoring system health. Enhancing tooling for the validation and processing of data. Working onsite to debug problems and performing root cause analyses. Working with other engineers to triage issues, design solutions and estimate work. Promoting best practices across the community of engineers and researchers. Qualifications
BS Degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent work experience. 3+ years of professional programming experience. Demonstrated proficiency in working with large projects in Python. Proficiency in Linux and shell scripting. Skills in maintaining and improving networks. Experience with cross-platform distributed (RESTful) systems. Experience with FastAPI, or similar backend frameworks in Python. Working knowledge of time-synchronization. Desirable:
Experience working with hardware multimedia sensors. Working knowledge of audio, image and video formats. Experience with relational and graph/NoSQL databases. Experience with software and hardware testing frameworks and strategies. Working knowledge of React, or similar frontend frameworks in JavaScript. Experience with systems administration on Windows. EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department. Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards. Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.