Embedded Software Computer Engineer

DCS Corporation • Ridgecrest, CA

70d • $82,004 - $107,593

About The Position

The position involves analyzing customer objectives to derive system design and system interface specifications. The candidate will work with research teams to develop and customize software solutions for specific experimental objectives. Responsibilities also include performing software/hardware integration and maintenance, conducting software component tests and system integration tests for adherence to specifications, and recommending new technologies and novel approaches for complex system requirements. The role requires applying software best practices such as version control and documentation for all developed and modified software.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering with 5 plus years of related experience.
• Must have a Secret Clearance and be able to maintain it for the duration of employment.
• Experience developing software in at least one of these object-oriented languages: C++, C#, Java.
• Experience with network (sockets) programming and networking in general.
• Experience with at least one version control system including Git and Subversion (SVN).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must be ready to adapt to quickly changing requirements during the development process.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Qt (C++), Unity (C#), Unreal (C++), Visual Studio (C++, C#), and/or Android Studio.
• Successful candidates will be highly motivated and team oriented.

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer objectives to derive system design and system interface specifications.
• Work with research teams to develop and customize software solutions for specific experimental objectives.
• Perform software/hardware integration and maintenance.
• Perform software component tests and system integration tests for adherence to specifications.
• Recommend new technologies and novel approaches for complex system requirements.
• Apply software best practices (version control, documentation, etc.) for all developed and modified software.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees