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IT Software Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions, LLC

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Public Trust
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IT - Software
McLean, VA (On-Site/Office)

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Software Engineer (Junior or Mid-Level) to support advanced research & development initiatives for the DOT. This role is located in McLean, VA and requires 100% onsite presence. The Software Engineer will support mission critical R&D by developing advanced technologies for cooperative driving automation, autonomous and connected vehicles, transportation simulation, and AI-driven traffic management to improve roadway safety, efficiency, and sustainability nationwide.

Responsibilities of the Software Engineer include:
  • Design, develop, implement, and test software packages in support of CDA, AMS, and Advanced Transportation Technologies
  • Develop and maintain software using Python in a Linux environment
  • Implement interface adapters to convert data formats (e.g., JSON to XML)
  • Develop unit tests and integration tests in support of continuous integration processes
  • Collaborate with cross-functional research teams to translate project goals into software design, implementation, and validation tasks
  • Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback on software and documentation
  • Utilize Git for version control and support collaborative development workflows
  • Support development, testing, and evaluation activities conducted within the Saxton Transportation Operations Laboratory and related research environments

Qualifications of the Software Engineer include:
  • 0-4 years of experience with degree in Engineering/Computer Science/related field
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder with the ability to obtain a Public trust (3 years US residency required)
  • Proficient with Python development in Linux environments, including unit & integration testing
  • Experience with robotics or autonomous systems fundamentals & related algorithms/architectures
  • Familiarity with data formats & interfaces (JSON, XML) & Git version control
  • Experience developing software in C++ & designing system/software architectures (ICDs, design docs, …)
  • Background in research prototyping, tool evaluation, & Agile development (JIRA, Confluence)
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Zachary Piper Solutions is a National Security focused technology services and consulting firm with a top-secret facility clearance. We support mission-critical initiatives on behalf of the Intelligence Community, Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Justice, Department of State, and a variety of Civilian Agencies. ZPS is dedicated to help protect government networks against cyber threats and to maximize the wide-spectrum of intelligence and security-related technologies. Our dedicated support and proven experience drive results in support of our client’s mission objectives.
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