Software Engineer II
About The Position
DRS RADA Technologies in Germantown, MD, is hiring a Software Engineer. This position is full time and on-site. Join our dynamic radar defense company as a Software Engineer II where you'll drive technical excellence and help shape the architecture of mission-critical systems. We're seeking an experienced engineer who can translate complex requirements into elegant, secure solutions while mentoring fellow developers. In this role, you'll make key architectural decisions, champion best practices, and ensure the integrity of our software supply chain, all while embracing our collaborative, ego-free culture that values results over hierarchy. Working at the intersection of cutting-edge radar technology and defense applications, you'll contribute to systems that are evolving from startup-speed to enterprise-grade without sacrificing our ability to move quickly and adapt. Your expertise in secure software development and proven ability to tackle complex technical challenges will be crucial as we partner with major defense contractors and grow our impact in the industry.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 2+ years of experience
- 2+ years of professional software development experience
- Strong front-end development with TypeScript and React or React Native
- Backend development in a modern language — Node.js, Python, C#, Java, or similar
- Working proficiency on Linux — comfortable developing, running, and debugging in a Linux environment
- Experience with Git
- A genuine interest in learning systems-level development (Rust, low-level Linux, containerized microservices) and growing into our backend stack
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.
Responsibilities
- Be Involved with the design, development, analysis, testing and debugging of computer software applications and/or systems.
- Be ready to learn about Image and Signal Processing, Real-time, Firmware, Database Design, Operating Systems, and more.
- Take ownership of the outcome and the journey there: budget, costs, estimated schedules, leadership.
- Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer as required
- Be a team player and provide technical knowledge and assistance to other engineers, support personnel, and teach others on the team.
Benefits
- comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- employer matching 401(k) retirement plan
- paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave)
- parental leave benefits
- tuition reimbursement
- professional development support
- life and disability insurance coverage
- company contribution to a health savings account
- telemedicine
- legal insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
- programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement
- flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program
- competitive vacation
- health/emergency leave
- paid parental leave
- community service hours
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
