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Optics Programmer

Canvas
Tullahoma, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/1/2026
Job Title: Optics Programmer

Location: Arnold AFB- Tullahoma, TN (On-site)

We are seeking a highly skilled Software Developer with experience in scientific data acquisition and high-performance computing. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record working with government contracting, and will be responsible for leading development of advanced software solutions for wind tunnel non-intrusive optics techniques

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor development teams on large-scale software applications.
  • Design, develop, and maintain high-speed scientific data acquisition and processing systems.
  • Develop and deploy parallel and distribute high-performance computing solutions.
  • Prototype and implement custom software for hardware integration, including camera systems, controllers, and data processing pipelines.
  • Provide on-site technical support for mission-critical testing and data acquisition in laboratory and field environments.
  • Troubleshoot and optimize system performance across Linux, Windows, and hybrid environments.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
  • A minimum of 5 years experience in software development.
  • Proficiency in Python, Cython, C/C , SQL, and Shell scripting.
  • Experience with hardware integration, high-speed networking, and storage solutions.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and mentoring skills.

Preferred

  • 10 years’ experience in software development field.
  • Experience in scientific, defense, or aerospace industries.
  • Knowledge of high-availability clusters, virtualization, and hybrid cloud environments.
  • Experience with on-site technical support for laboratory or field testing.
  • Experience with programming, system administration, and networking interfaces.
  • Experience with designing and administer high-availability clusters and high-speed storage networks (iSCSI, SAN, NAS).

Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

About Us

Founded in 2007, Canvas connects a passion for going beyond the expected with the knowledge and expertise to deliver what our clients need now and in the future. Canvas has been recognized as a Great Place to Work Certified ™, Fortune Best Small Workplace ™, Fortune Best Workplace for Millennials ™ (2022), Best Place for Working Parents (2022 & 2023), HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Awardee (2021 & 2022), Best Places to Work Awardee, 2019 Government Contracting - Technology Business of the Year, and Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year (2018) by the Huntsville/Madison Chamber of Commerce.

Benefits Of Working With Canvas

To reflect our company culture, Canvas offers an exciting array of benefits that makes up our employees' total rewards package. Those benefits may include:

  • Competitive Wages*
  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Generous company-funded Basic Life Insurance
  • Company-funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • 11 Paid Federal Holidays
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Dependent Care and Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match and 100% immediate vesting
  • Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing training, continuing education, or advanced degree programs
  • Robust Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Spot Awards for exemplary individual performance
  • *Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

Canvas is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Canvas is an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA federal contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities.

Canvas has equal employment opportunities that are based upon a candidate's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit our Careers page. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.

Canvas is committed to expanding access to employment for people with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, and your disability prevents you from applying, please advise what reasonable accommodation Canvas can provide to assist you in applying for one of our open positions. You may contact us by sending an email to talent@canvas-inc.com.

Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation for applying for a specific posted position will be responded to. Requests will be kept confidential and shared strictly on a need-to-know basis. Please be aware, scammers may try to impersonate our company by reaching out regarding job opportunities. We will never ask you for bank account information, checks, or other sensitive information as part of our hiring process. If you're unsure, please email talent@canvas-inc.com with questions.

For further information on Canvas including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website.

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