Junior Software Engineer – Automated Test Systems

Torch Technologies, Inc.•Huntsville, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Torch Technologies is seeking a Junior Software Engineer to join our team and support the development of software for a modular PXI-based Automated Test System (ATS). This role will contribute to backend software development, hardware/software integration, and test system functionality in a lab environment under the guidance of senior engineers.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
2+ years of relevant experience in software development or engineering
Ability to obtain and maintain an active secret clearance.
Experience supporting software development, backend systems, or automated test environments
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience working in engineering, defense, or technical environments

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting DoD or Federal programs
Familiarity with C#, object-oriented programming, LabVIEW, and TestStand
Understanding of backend development concepts, databases, and version control systems (Git or similar)
Experience with software communications to commercial electronics (drivers/commands)
Familiarity with SQL databases, REST APIs, logging frameworks, and unit testing practices
Exposure to AI-assisted coding tools
Experience working with cross-functional engineering teams and lab-based test environments

Responsibilities

Assist in the development and integration of backend software components for automated test systems
Support implementation of test execution logic, instrument control interfaces, and Hardware Abstraction Layer (HAL) components
Collaborate with engineers to integrate PXI/PXIe instrumentation, switching systems, power supplies, and custom interfaces
Contribute to system data management, including maintaining databases for test results, configuration control, and calibration records
Support hardware/software integration, debugging, and troubleshooting of communication and timing issues
Assist with unit and integration testing, documenting results and supporting continuous improvement efforts
Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and development of internal tools and frameworks
Implement logging, diagnostic frameworks, and internal APIs to support system performance and reliability