{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"57cfd352200c0ecf86aba414","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/57cfd352200c0ecf86aba414","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/57cfd352200c0ecf86aba414","title":"Software Engineer 3 - (Python, C++, Linux)","description":"Software Engineer 3 - (RF, Python, C++)\nClearance: TS/SCI - Polygraph required\nPosition ID: 11-8847-SWE3\nLocation: Annapolis Junction, Maryland\nDescription:\nThe Software Engineer develops, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems based upon documented requirements.\nWorks individually or as part of a team.\nReviews and tests software components for adherence to design requirements and documents test results.\nResolves software problem reports.\nUtilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment.\nProvides input to software components of system design, including hardware/software tradeoffs, software reuse, COTS/GOTS use, and requirements analysis and synthesis.\nAnalyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements.\nDebug existing software and correct defects.\nDesign and code new software or modify existing software to add new features.\nIntegrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments.\nWrite or review software and system documentation.\nDesign or implement complex algorithms requiring adherence to strict timing, system resource, or interface constraints.\nOversee one or more software development teams and ensure work is completed in accordance with the software development process being used.\nConfer with system engineers and hardware engineers to derive software requirements and obtain information on project limitations, capabilities, performance requirements, and interfaces.\nCoordinate software system installation and monitor equipment functioning to ensure operational specifications are met.\nAnalyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements\nDebug existing software and correct defects\nProvide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards\nDesign and code new software or modify existing software to add new features\nIntegrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments\nDevelop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories\nWrite or review software and system documentation\nServe as team lead at the level appropriate to the software development process being used on any particular project\nDesign or implement complex database or data repository interfaces/queries\nDevelop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards\nAssist with developing and executing test procedures for software components\nDevelop software solutions by analyzing system performance standards, confer with users or system engineers; analyze systems flow, data usage and work processes; and investigate problem areas\nModify existing software to correct errors, to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance\nDesign, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design\nDesign or implement complex algorithms requiring adherence to strict timing, system resource, or interface constraints\nPerform quality control on team products\nImplement recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards\nOversee one or more software development teams and ensure the work is completed in accordance with the constraints of the software development process being used on any particular project\nConfer with system engineers and hardware engineers to derive software requirements and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces\nCoordinate software system installation and monitor equipment functioning to ensure operational specifications are met\nPosition Required Skills:\nExperience with development in a Linux environment\nExperience with Python and C++\nExperience with DSP/RF\nPosition Desired Skills:\nActive IAT II CWIP / DoD 8570 compliant cert (i.e., Security+) preferred\nSWE3 Qualifications:\nBachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline.\nMay substitute four years' experience in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree.\nMay substitute two years' experience with an MS in Engineering or Computer Science.\nTwelve (12) years' experience as a DSP Algorithm developer.\nTwelve (12) years' experience with C++, Linux, Python, or similar development language.\nC++ work must be in the last 10 years.\nSalary Range: **$240k-$293k (Annually)\n**The range displayed above is a likely salary range for this position. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possible contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.\nAkina is a Woman Owned, Service Disabled, Veteran Owned, Small Business, looking for talented and ambitious individuals to join our team. We offer a generous compensation package that includes 24 days PTO accrued annually and 11 federal holidays. Our 401k is 100% vested on your start date and the company makes a direct contribution worth 10% of your salary. Akina covers 100% of healthcare costs for employees and 50% toward dependents. We offer educational assistance towards college classes and will cover costs associated with job related training and certifications.\nAkina is committed to excellence and creating innovative and flexible solutions for our clients. 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This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possible contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.\nAkina is a Woman Owned, Service Disabled, Veteran Owned, Small Business, looking for talented and ambitious individuals to join our team. We offer a generous compensation package that includes 24 days PTO accrued annually and 11 federal holidays. Our 401k is 100% vested on your start date and the company makes a direct contribution worth 10% of your salary. Akina covers 100% of healthcare costs for employees and 50% toward dependents. We offer educational assistance towards college classes and will cover costs associated with job related training and certifications.\nAkina is committed to excellence and creating innovative and flexible solutions for our clients. 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