Sonar R&D Software Developer R9604
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Job Description:
Contribute to engineering and research projects of an Active Sonar Applications group. Develop software alongside other researchers and developers. Design, implement, and evaluate software in a lab setting and then support integration into Navy systems.
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Job Details:
Responsibilities
- Plan, execute, and support sonar processing and related software development activities.
- Develop and implement sonar processing algorithms and participate in assessing their performance.
- Support and collaborate on research efforts with other team members.
- Participate in system design and provide system engineering and test support.
- Prepare technical documentation, presentations and reports, and communicate with co-workers, sponsors, and other developers as needed.
- Research and support computer systems used in these research and development efforts.
- Other related functions as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer/software engineering, computer science, or related applied sciences, and demonstrated ability in object-oriented software design and development, using C++ and/or Python. Demonstrated experience working in Linux development environments. Demonstrated experience with open-source software tools for code development, testing, version control, and documentation. Ability to work independently with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, and effectively communicate with diverse groups. Must be willing to travel occasionally for tactical software integration or testing – possibly aboard at-sea Navy vessels.
U.S. Citizen. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Two or more years of experience developing software in C++, Python, and MATLAB, or using open source development tools in Linux. Experience in virtual computing and containerization, and associated architectures. Knowledge of current software technology standards and DevOps approaches. Demonstrated ability to apply industry standards in a project, and use discipline in configuration management, development, testing, and documentation. Proven ability to work independently, formulate research plans, and take initiative. Cumulative GPA of 3.0.
General Notes
An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.
Please mark "yes" on the application question that asks if additional materials are required. Failure to attach all additional materials listed below may result in a delay in application processing.
Salary Range
$69,500-$80,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
- Standard office conditions
- Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
- Use of manual dexterity
- Some weekend, evening and holiday work
- Possible interstate/intrastate travel
Required Materials
- Resume/CV
- 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
- Letter of interest
- Unofficial college transcript