What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Software Engineer (REQ 353) position at Applied Physical Sciences Corp (APS)?
Overview
We are seeking a Lead Engineer to join our team in Arlington, VA. Candidates should hold a BS (8 years), MS (5 years), or PhD (3 years) with demonstrated technical excellence and project or technical leadership. You will lead complex components, guide teams, and help shape solutions to national-level challenges.
Our environment emphasizes innovation, high technical standards, and an entrepreneurial mindset. Team members are encouraged to contribute ideas, take ownership of their work, and help shape solutions to complex national-level challenges.
Job Functions And Responsibilities
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume and application online at www.aphysci.com, fax them to 860-495-1744, Attn: Human Resources, or mail to the company address. Please reference the requisition number and title of the position in the subject line of your submission.
EOE: Vet/Disability
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We are seeking a Lead Engineer to join our team in Arlington, VA. Candidates should hold a BS (8 years), MS (5 years), or PhD (3 years) with demonstrated technical excellence and project or technical leadership. You will lead complex components, guide teams, and help shape solutions to national-level challenges.
Our environment emphasizes innovation, high technical standards, and an entrepreneurial mindset. Team members are encouraged to contribute ideas, take ownership of their work, and help shape solutions to complex national-level challenges.
Job Functions And Responsibilities
- Lead IPT components and drive development of communication and networking software across teams
- Guide implementation of command-and-control interfaces, simulations, and data visualizations; present results to customers
- Direct algorithm design and optimization for signal processing, autonomy, or embedded systems; mentor the team
- Coordinate integration of software into distributed or real-time systems and oversee system-level testing
- Collaborate with project stakeholders to define requirements and technical approach; support winning proposals
- BS or MS in computer science, engineering, applied math/physics, or a related field
- Fluency in C , Rust, Python, or other modern programming languages
- Experience developing on Linux platforms
- Experience using modern software engineering tooling, such as git, CI pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and Unity
- Strong understanding of software design principles and user experience considerations
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance
- Background or interest in autonomy, networking, embedded systems, or communications theory
- Familiarity with IP/TCP/UDP networking and serial communication protocols
- Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB)
- Experience with Zynq SoC platforms, microcontrollers, FPGAs, VHDL, or embedded development
- Experience with autonomy or robotics frameworks such as ROS
- Experience with numerical algorithms, modeling, or real-time systems
- Fluency with TypeScript and front-end web development frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume and application online at www.aphysci.com, fax them to 860-495-1744, Attn: Human Resources, or mail to the company address. Please reference the requisition number and title of the position in the subject line of your submission.
EOE: Vet/Disability
Invitation to Self-Identify
In keeping with our commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Applied Physical Sciences invites all applicants to self-identify pre-offer as a protected veteran.
Invitation to Self-Identify as Protected Veteran
Online Form