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Cleared Software Engineer - Radio Frequency

Bestgate Engineering
Annapolis, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 1/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/4/2026
Bestgate Engineering supports mission-critical software and systems development for national security programs. We specialize in delivering advanced analytics, algorithm design, and engineering solutions that solve complex challenges for our government customers.

What You’ll Do

As a Software Engineer focused on signal processing algorithm development, you will design, develop, and maintain high-performance software systems. You’ll work both independently and collaboratively to implement, test, and optimize complex algorithms and real-time processing components. Your work will contribute directly to systems that handle large-scale data processing, analytics, and signal exploitation in challenging operational environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, code, and test new software or modify existing applications to add features
  • Integrate software components into larger systems and ensure compatibility
  • Debug and resolve defects in existing software
  • Recommend improvements to processes, documentation, and development standards
  • Write or review technical documentation for systems and software
  • Lead development efforts as needed, depending on the project scope and lifecycle
  • Develop queries and perform basic data operations for existing or planned data systems

Required Qualifications:

  • Seven (7) years of experience developing DSP algorithms on similar projects
  • Seven (7) years of experience with C , Python, Linux, or similar languages/environments
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline
    • Four (4) additional years of DSP experience may be substituted for the degree
    • A Master’s in Engineering or Computer Science may substitute for two (2) years of experience
  • Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph
Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience with real-time systems and signal processing at scale
  • Familiarity with RF, SIGINT, or similar mission-related domains
  • Understanding of hardware/software trade-offs and performance tuning
  • Experience with modern software development methodologies (Agile, CI/CD, etc.)

Salary Range

$135,000 -$155,000

  • The provided salary range is an approximation based on current market data and may vary. The final offer will be determined after carefully considering the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to the position. This range is intended as a reference point and is subject to change.

Why Bestgate?

Bestgate Engineering isn’t just any tech company—we’re on the front lines, delivering cutting-edge solutions that support mission-critical work for government customers and the military. Whether it’s cloud-native technologies, software modernization, embedded engineering, high-performance computing, or data science, we’re making an impact where it matters most.

At Bestgate, we believe in putting people first—our employees and our customers. That’s why our core values—employee focus, transparency, reliability, and excellence—drive everything we do!

Benefits Overview

  • PTO: Starting at 26 days with options to increase or decrease for personal needs.
  • 401k: 7% gift, fully vested from day one!
  • Free Medical, Dental, Vision: Coverage for employees and dependents.
  • $5,000 in Training: For certifications, conferences, and continued learning.
  • End-of-Year Bonuses: Recognizing your hard work.
  • Morale-Building Hours: 8 hours annually for team-building activities.

Plus, flexibility, internal mobility programs, career pathing, engaged leadership, and a robust external referral program.

**Equal Opportunity Employer**

Bestgate is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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