Principal Software Engineer (Java or C++)

Responsibilities:Work with a world-class team of researchers and developers to tackle problems considered too difficult or too risky for commercial marketsLead and collaborate with small teams of 4-8 technical people to develop novel technologies and transition them for operational useJump into the deep end of the pool and learn something new every dayWork for US Government R&D customers for agencies such as DARPAParticipate in all aspects of the software R&D life cycle, from brainstorming and software and system design through testing and deliveryPerform hands-on technical work including design and development of algorithmically complex software, performance profiling, optimization, and general troubleshooting for a variety of software stacks spanning from Java and Python to project-specific DSLsQualificationsMust be eligible to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance; therefore, any applicant MUST BE A US CITIZEN.Experience building robust and maintainable software to solve algorithmically complex problemsOperational understanding of classical computer science topics including data structures, algorithms, design patterns, types, and computational theory.Minimum Qualifications:5+ years of relevant experience with a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of computer and network security.High proficiency in a language such as C++ or JavaWorking experience with Linux/UNIX Operating Systems