Principal Algorithms Software Engineer

Grey Matters Defense SolutionsBoulder, CO
$132,000 - $198,000Onsite

About The Position

Grey Matters Defense Solutions is seeking a talented and dedicated, Principal / Senior Principal Algorithms Software Engineer. As a Senior Principal Algorithms Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, documenting, and debugging software and complex mathematical algorithms. This fast-paced and cutting-edge research and development environment will rely on your familiarity with modern software practices. You are expected to communicate technical information effectively and clearly, and present technical approaches and findings. Our team of motivated technical talent works closely with the end user (and each other) to ensure the direct mission applicability of developed products.

Requirements

  • Principal Algorithm Software Engineer: Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience, or a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years experience, or a PhD and 1 year of experience.
  • Sr. Principal Algorithm Software Engineer: Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 8 years of related experience, or a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 6 years experience, or a PhD and 4 year of experience.
  • Minimum of 1 year of software development experience with Python and/or C++.
  • Linux experience and working knowledge of common utilities like grep, awk, cat head, etc.
  • Experience developing, analyzing, testing, and implementing extendable / reusable algorithms.
  • Algorithm design and state estimation experience.
  • Experience with data analysis - Population statistics and trend identification.
  • The ability to bridge between theoretical concepts and practical implementation.
  • Ability and willingness to travel up-to 10% to support business needs.
  • Current active in-scope U.S. Government issued Secret security clearance at the time of application which is required to start; with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.

Nice To Haves

  • A current active in-scope U.S. Government DoD issued Top Secret security clearance.
  • Strong statistical background and skills.
  • Experience in tracking and prediction algorithms, simulation, and validation.
  • Experience with multiple hypothesis tracking.
  • Experience in the numerical implementation of motion filters.

Responsibilities

  • Solve real world problems relevant to the Intel Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD) using a combination of FOSS/GOTS/COTS software and hardware.
  • Contribute to all aspects of project software development lifecycle from research, prototyping solutions to assess feasibility, integration with external software systems, development, and product deployment.
  • Designing, developing, testing, documenting, and debugging software and complex mathematical algorithms.
  • Breadth and depth in the application of mathematics to perform data analysis and algorithm development for missile tracking applications.
  • Development and performance analysis of tracking and state estimation algorithms.
  • Tool and prototype development using Modern C++ and Python.
  • Algorithm defect tracking and resolution.
  • Technical Documentation as required.
  • Work in cross-discipline teams and communicate clearly across various levels of engineers.

Benefits

  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • life insurance
  • short-term disability
  • long-term disability
  • voluntary benefits such as accident, hospital indemnity, and wellness benefits
  • 25% (of salary) employer contribution distributed monthly to your SEP IRA
  • Individual Benefit Account 25% (of salary to pay for medical insurance premiums and funded time off)
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Health savings account
  • Referral program
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