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RF Software Engineer 1 - (DSP, C++, Linux)

akina
Annapolis, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 7/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/9/2026

RF Software Engineer 1 - (DSP, C , Linux)

Clearance: TS/SCI - Polygraph required
Position ID: 11-8851-RFSWE1
Location: Annapolis Junction, Maryland

Description:

Responsible for designing and implementing DSP algorithms in software. Developed algorithms will be focused on high throughput exploitation of signals, with an emphasis on low signal to noise ratio, higher-order, and/or adaptive modulations. Will conduct the necessary modifications to existing software and/or firmware to adapt COTS and GOTS products to meet special Government needs. Provides concise explanation of developed models to allow other team members to understand/utilize models or algorithms for processing signals of interest.

Position Required Skills:

  • Design and implement DSP algorithms in software, with a focus on high-throughput exploitation of signals, low signal to noise ratio, higher-order, and/or adaptive modulations.
  • Conduct necessary modifications to existing software and/or firmware to adapt COTS and GOTS products to meet special Government needs.
  • Provide concise explanation of developed models to allow other team members to understand/utilize models or algorithms for processing signals of interest.
  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Computer Science.
  • Four (4) years experience as a DSP Algorithm developer on projects with similar software processes.
  • Four (4) years experience with C , Linux, Python, or similar development language.
  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline in DSP algorithms from an accredited college or university is required.
  • Four (4) years of RF Software or equivalent experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
  • Formal training in, or demonstrated proficiency with C /Linux experience.

RFSWE1 Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Computer Science.

Four (4) years experience as a DSP Algorithm developer on projects with similar software processes.

Four (4) years experience with C , Linux, Python, or similar development language.

May substitute two (2) years of experience with Masters of Science in Engineering or Computer Science.

May substitute four (4) years of additional DSP experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree.

Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline in DSP algorithms from an accredited college or university is required.

Four (4) years of RF Software or equivalent experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.

Formal training in, or demonstrated proficiency with C /Linux experience.

Salary Range: **$166k-$203k (Annually)

**The range displayed above is a likely salary range for this position. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possible contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Akina is a Woman Owned, Service Disabled, Veteran Owned, Small Business, looking for talented and ambitious individuals to join our team. We offer a generous compensation package that includes 24 days PTO accrued annually and 11 federal holidays. Our 401k is 100% vested on your start date and the company makes a direct contribution worth 10% of your salary. Akina covers 100% of healthcare costs for employees and 50% toward dependents. We offer educational assistance towards college classes and will cover costs associated with job related training and certifications.

Akina is committed to excellence and creating innovative and flexible solutions for our clients. We are a small company with an open ear to our employees' needs in order to attract and retain quality talent that enables our customer's mission.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

www.akina-inc.com/careers

Salary : $166,000 - $203,000

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