Job Description

Are you passionate about designing and developing software solutions to challenging problems?

Do you love working in a supportive environment that encourages experimentation and the development of elegant solutions?

If so, we’re looking for someone like you to join our team!

We are seeking a software engineer to help us build software systems that solve the Navy’s hardest problems. You’ll be joining a team of multidisciplinary engineers who excel at rapidly developing and deploying prototype solutions. Some of the issues our team tackles include sensor integration, data fusion, distributed communications, and decentralized processing.

We expect our engineers to have a versatile skill set and the motivation to work on all aspects of a project, including concept development, algorithm design, software implementation and test. Software engineers that succeed here have the drive to learn and employ different languages and technologies as tasks require.

We strive for continuous learning and promote a state-of-the-art technology. Expect to demonstrate a mix of new, emerging, and proven technologies to design and develop solutions with rigor. As a member of our team, you will ultimately be contributing to multiple projects spanning the entire product life-cycle.

As a Software Engineer:

• Your primary responsibility will be to solve problems for various projects by:
• Actively working with users and engineers to understand their needs and use cases
• Designing software to meet said needs
• Communicating proposed solutions with a team
• Implementing and testing solutions in software
• You will have opportunities to work with real-time tactical systems and improve these systems through both refactoring and adding new capabilities.
• You will develop prototype software solutions for concept design and exploration.
• You will take advantage of modern software development methodologies including automated testing, continuous integration, rapid iteration, design thinking and more.
• You will communicate designs, implementation, and results through reports, peer reviews, and presentations in a friendly team atmosphere.
• You will design and implement software that is testable, extensible, and maintainable.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Have at least 3 years of diverse software development experience.
• Are comfortable working in a highly collaborative setting where others rely upon you for timely results.
• Are experienced with multiple object-oriented software languages (C++ preferred).
• Are familiar with using common DevOps toolchains (e.g. GitLab).
• Are experienced with one or more scripting languages (e.g. Python, Perl).
• Have experience or a strong interest in designing and evaluating software architecture.
• Are willing to occasionally travel to sponsor sites for test events and data collection.
• Are willing and able to continually learn new programming languages, software frameworks, and practices.
• Are able to obtain Interim Secret by your start date and can ultimately obtain Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

 You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Have a background in tactical systems, combat systems, radar, electronic warfare, tactical networks, or weapons.
• Have experience working with target tracking systems or algorithms.
• Are comfortable working with and designing concurrent software.
• Are well-versed in C++ 11 (or newer).
• Are experienced adapting existing software projects to take advantage of DevOps toolchains.
• Hold an advanced degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a similar field.

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

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