Software Engineer 3 - C++/Python/DevOps
About The Position
Captivation has built a reputation on providing customers exactly what is needed in a timely manner. Our team of engineers take pride in what they develop and constantly innovate to provide the best solution. Captivation is looking for software developers who can get stuff done while making a difference in support of the mission to protect our country. Description Captivation Software is looking for a senior level software engineer who will be in an extremely customer facing role leading multi faceted mission critical system development, deployment and evolution. The successful candidate will analyze user requirements, develop new software, and enhance existing systems to meet the demands of modern satellite communication technologies. This role will involve working on complex algorithms and ensuring software quality through automated testing and debugging.
Requirements
- Must currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable Polygraph, therefore all candidates must be a U.S. citizen
- Twenty (20) years of experience as a SWE is required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science from an accredited college or university is required
- Proficiency in C++ development, with a solid understanding of real-time systems and performance optimization
- Experience with RF signals analysis or satellite communications system design and theory, with the ability to implement these concepts into software
- Familiarity with DevOps processes and tools, particularly in virtual (VMware) and containerized (Docker/Kubernetes) environments
- Experience with message queue implementation and communication protocols
- This position is open for direct hires only. We will not consider candidates from third party staffing/recruiting firms.
Responsibilities
- Write high-quality, maintainable C++ code for satellite communication applications, adhering to best practices and coding standards
- Identify, debug, and correct defects in existing software, utilizing effective troubleshooting techniques to resolve issues efficiently
- Design and implement database or data repository interfaces and queries to support the application’s data management needs
- Design and implement complex algorithms that adhere to strict timing, system resource, and interface constraints, ensuring high performance and reliability
- Integrate automated testing as part of the development lifecycle, implementing unit tests and other testing methodologies to ensure software quality
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including system architects, QA engineers, and project managers, to ensure software meets user requirements and is delivered on schedule
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for software designs, processes, and interfaces to facilitate knowledge sharing and project continuity
Benefits
- Annual Salary: $130,000 - $270,000 (Depends on the Years of Experience)
- Up to 20% 401k contribution (No Matching Required and Vested from Day 1)
- Above Market Hourly Rates
- $3,400 HSA Contribution
- 6 Weeks Paid Time Off
- Company Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
