Software Engineer I/II - Radar Software
The Software Engineer I/II at Confidential Client will design, develop, test, and maintain mission-critical C/C++ software for advanced radar systems in a defense context. This on-site role focuses on system-level, timing-sensitive software involving multithreading and hardware integration, requiring collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams and a strong foundation in software fundamentals. The position offers growth opportunities in complex radar system software development and integration within a mission-driven environment.
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About the Role
Confidential Client is seeking a full-time, on-site Software Engineer I/II to design, build, test, and sustain mission‑critical software that operates and supports advanced radar systems. This hands-on role is ideal for early-career engineers with C or C++ experience who are interested in system-level, timing-sensitive software and collaborating closely with hardware, systems, integration, and test teams.
This position is based on-site in Maryland, MD.
What You Will Do
- Help design, develop, test, debug, and maintain software components and applications that support advanced radar systems.
- Implement C/C++ software features from requirements, design guidance, and existing system architecture.
- Work on radar-system application software that involves multithreaded behavior, timing-sensitive operation, shared resources, and system-level interfaces.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues discovered in development, integration, lab testing, system testing, and field support—collaborating with senior engineers as needed.
- Coordinate with software, systems, hardware, integration, and test engineers to understand system behavior and support integration efforts.
- Participate in code reviews, configuration management, documentation, estimation, and engineering process improvements.
- Learn domain concepts such as radar‑system operation, real‑time software behavior, hardware/software integration, and mission‑critical development practices.
- Grow technical ownership over time by taking on increasingly complex software tasks and debugging/integration responsibilities.
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field — or equivalent experience.
- For Software Engineer I: entry-level candidates are welcome (internship, academic project, or other relevant experience).
- For Software Engineer II: typically at least two years of relevant software engineering experience, or equivalent.
- Experience developing software in C or C++ (academic, internship, project, or professional experience).
- Familiarity with core software concepts: data structures, debugging, memory management, concurrency, operating systems, and performance tradeoffs.
- Experience using version control and standard software development tools.
- Interest in system-level, embedded, real-time, or mission‑critical software applications.
- Preferred (not required): experience with RTOS-based or Linux-based development in hardware-integrated environments.
- Ability to learn complex domains, communicate clearly, and collaborate across engineering disciplines.
- U.S. citizenship is required. A current security clearance is not required at hire, but the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance may be needed for future program work.
What This Role Is Not
- This is not a radar algorithm or signal‑processing development role.
- This is not a microcontroller or bare‑metal firmware role; the focus is system‑level application software (C/C++) with timing-awareness and integrated system behavior.
- This is not a remote position — this full-time role is based on-site in Maryland, MD to enable close collaboration with hardware, systems, integration, and test teams.
Compensation & Benefits
- Software Engineer I estimated range: $75,956 - $98,743 per year.
- Software Engineer II estimated range: $91,907 - $119,480 per year.
- Competitive pay plus benefits: medical, dental, vision; employer contribution to HSA; telemedicine; life and disability insurance; legal insurance; 401(k) plan; paid time off and holidays; parental leave; tuition support; professional development; flexible 9/80 schedule for eligible employees. Actual pay depends on experience, qualifications, program requirements, and other factors.
Why Join
- Work on mission-driven technology that supports defense, critical infrastructure, and public safety.
- Hands-on engineering with opportunities to learn real-time, system-level software and hardware integration.
- Collaborative environment with focus on professional growth and work-life balance.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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