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Signals Software Engineer 2

RealmOne
Columbia, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 8/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/9/2026
Job Brief

C , Java, Linux and Radio Frequency (RF) processing

Job Description

RealmOne was built on the principle that people matter first and foremost. We believe in providing a strong work/life balance by investing in our employees and encouraging professional and personal growth. We do this by offering exceptional benefits, flexible schedules, and the tools necessary to achieve success through paid training, mentoring, and the opportunity to work alongside top-notch industry professionals.

We are searching for talented individuals who provide intelligence, engineering, and mission management expertise for the Government. This program will maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of our country's most important missions both at home and abroad. If you are ready to support a high-performing team that truly makes a difference, then come join us!

Job Description:

The Signals Software Engineer develops, maintains, and enhances signal processing software (e.g. detectors, demodulators, protocol processors). Works individually or as part of a team. Reviews and tests software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results. Resolves software problem reports. Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment. Provides specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware /software trade-offs, software reuse, use of Commercial Off-the-shelf (COTS)/Government Off-the-shelf (GOTS) in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components.

The Level 2 Signals Software Engineer shall possess the following capabilities:

  • Analyze user requirements to derive oft-ware design and performance requirements
  • Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features
  • Debug existing software and correct defects
  • Describe various signal processing techniques
  • Identify various digital modulation techniques
  • Integrate existing software into new or modified system or operating environments
  • Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards
  • Develop/implement algorithms to meet system performance and functional standards
  • Assist with developing and executing test procedures for software components
  • Write/review software and system documentation
  • Develop software solutions, confer with user or system engineers
  • Analyze systems flow, data usage and work process
  • Investigate problem areas
  • Serve as team lead at the level appropriate to the software development process being used on any particular project
  • Modify existing software to correct error, to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance
  • Design, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design
  • Use signal processing algorithms to convert a signal
  • Design signal processing software based on sparse documentation
  • Lead one or more software development teams and ensure the work is completed in accordance with the constraints of the software development process being used on any particular project
  • Design/ implement complex signal processing algorithms requiring adherence to strict timing, system resource, or interface constraints
  • Perform quality control on products
  • Write software using C Java; suggest languages as needed to solve problems
  • Advanced understanding of the Linux operating system
  • Confer with system engineers and software engineers to derive software requirement and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces
  • Develop and maintain software framework to enable efficient processing of data
  • Identify the source of problems in a Radio Frequency (RF) processing system and associated systems in an enterprise architecture
  • Implement recommendation for improving documentation and software development process standards

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
  • At least seven (7) years' experience as a SSWE or equivalent on a project with a focus on Radio Frequency (RF) to include experience with Fourier transforms, filtering, communications theory, digital modulation, error control coding, signals analysis tools (e.g. WVT, DVT), and digital signal processing (e.g. adaptive beamforming/ filtering, demodulation). Four (4) years of additional SSWE or equivalent experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
  • Software defined radio architecture (e.g. SCA, REDHAWK, or GNU), commercial wireless standards geolocation techniques, software configuration management tools (e.g. GIT, Clearquest, Trac, or Subversion), Python, Eclipse IDE, Google Protocol Buffer, model-based design (e.g. Matlab, SlMULINK), service oriented architecture, and Linux OS

Position requires active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph

Pay Range: 195,000-225,000

The RealmOne pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Our approach to crafting offers considers various factors to establish an equitable and competitive compensation package. These considerations include, but are not limited to, the extent and intricacy of the role's responsibilities, the candidate's educational background, their work experience, and the specific competencies crucial for success in the role.

RealmOne Benefits:

  • Healthcare Coverage Insurance: Medical: Three (3) rich healthcare options through CareFirst with 100% or majority company-paid premiums. Tax-advantaged health savings account available with generous employer contribution. Dental Vision: 100% employer-paid for employees and family with buy-up option available.
  • Retirement Savings: 401K - 10% TOTAL CONTRIBUTION - 5% safe harbor - 5% annual profit share. Immediate vested, no match required!
  • Paid Time Off More: 4 weeks starting PTO - 11 federal holidays 2 floating holidays - Paid hours for company-required training.
  • Career Growth Development: Access to FREE 24/7 learning via Udemy - Opportunities to participate in tech councils, industry initiatives, etc. - $7,500 annual Educational & Professional Development Assistance.
  • MORE BENEFITS...FOR EVERY LIFESTYLE! - Paid parental leave - Adoption assistance - Annual swag drops - Flexible work schedules - -Generous referral bonus program - Employee appreciation family-friendly corporate events ...and much more.

ABOUT US

  • RealmOne is a mid-sized science and technology company dedicated to solving our customers' toughest mission challenges.
  • Headquartered in Columbia, MD., RealmOne supplies advanced cybersecurity, data science and software engineering services and products to customers in the Government and commercial sectors.
  • RealmOne delivers encompassing mission assurance and critical systems support to government customers across various U.S. locations to include Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, Texas, Utah, and Virginia.
  • RealmOne has earned numerous awards, including being named a Top Workplace by the Baltimore Sun. With more than 30 active contracts, 12 of which are prime, RealmOne stands as a premier innovator supporting the Government and Department of Defense, with team members located nationwide.

Disclaimer: Benefits packages offered by RealmOne are subject to variation and may differ based on work location, clearance level, and other eligibility criteria. Specific eligibility, availability, and scope of benefits are not guaranteed, may differ from those generally described, and remain subject to modification at the sole discretion of the company.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.


 

Salary : $7,500

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