Software Lead

TSC•Huntsville, AL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

TSC’s Product Solutions (PS) division is currently seeking a Software Lead with a preferred location based out of Huntsville, AL. The role is pursuing an individual with an educational and/or industry focus in architecting, developing, and managing advanced software solutions preferably in RF-based systems, SIGINT/EW payloads, or related defense and commercial applications. Should the employee not be based in Huntsville, AL, travel may be required up to 25% of the year. TSC’s PS Division is responsible for the development and delivery of TSC’s government and commercial products throughout the lifecycles of Research and Development (R&D), Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD), Low Rate Initial Production (LRIP), and Full Rate Production (FRP). The PS Division provides products and services in the areas of radar, communication systems, sensors, antennas and other electronics systems to the rocket/missile, radar/sensor system, communications, control systems, data acquisition, and signal processing markets. TSC has developed products ranging from board-level, application-specific-designs, to complete, turnkey radar and communication systems. TSC has established a state-of-the-art hardware capability that is well respected by customers in Government and industry. TSC offers a professional working environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package. Come and join our team!

Requirements

BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field
Minimum of 8 years of experience in software architecture, design, and development, with at least 3 years leading technical teams
Demonstrated ability to write and review production-quality code in C/C++ and Python
Experience decomposing program requirements into technical requirements and tasking
Proven track record of architecting modular, scalable, and maintainable software systems
Strong understanding of the business side of software, including productization and modular code base strategies
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Able to prioritize work and maximize team productivity
Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET DoD Clearance
U.S. Citizenship required

Nice To Haves

Experience with radar/RF, SIGINT, EW, proximity/HOB, or seeker fuze technologies in a software development environment
Experience with embedded software, real-time systems, and hardware/software integration
Familiarity with debugging tools such as JTAG, oscilloscopes, and signal analyzers
Knowledge of communication protocols (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet)
Experience developing software for DoD, IC, or commercial industry applications
Experience supporting software products through the full lifecycle, including field testing and deployment
Experience with Agile development methodologies and modern DevOps practices
Experience developing and improving software development processes and tools

Responsibilities

Lead the architecture, design, and development of software solutions for RF-based, SIGINT/EW, and embedded systems
Decompose program and product requirements into technical requirements and actionable tasks for software teams
Write, review, and maintain high-quality, modular, and reusable code and technical documentation
Develop and enforce software architecture standards, best practices, and coding guidelines across teams
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, systems, product, and business) to ensure seamless integration and alignment with business objectives
Drive the creation of modular code bases that enable product line extensibility and the development of add-on software packages
Participate in proposal development, technical reviews, and product roadmap planning as a key technical stakeholder
Mentor and guide software engineers in technical execution, code quality, and professional development
Evaluate and recommend new technologies, frameworks, and tools to enhance software capabilities and maintain competitive advantage
Ensure software solutions meet security, performance, and compliance requirements for DoW and commercial customers
Support field testing, troubleshooting, and deployment of software in operational environments