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Software Engineer
Location: Candidates should expect to be onsite 2 days per week, with the remaining time remote. However, once a quarter, there will be an increased onsite presence (likely 5 days/wk) for a week or two during test cycles. within 100 miles of Lexington, MA.
Clearance Level: Must be able to obtain an Active Secret Clearance - Must Be US Citizen to apply
At Aquila Technology, you will see our team's passion every day, whether we are building a robust, policy-compliant IT system or stress-testing a system to identify gaps and security vulnerabilities. To own the advantage, we ensure our team owns results and gets the work done right the first time by deploying smart, purposeful solutions that work. Aquila is the right people with the right skills driving the right outcomes. We call this the Aquila Advantage.
Aquila Technology is seeking a Software Engineer t o join our team in supporting one of the country's premier defense research organizations. We are looking for a strong software engineer (Python) to build, debug, and operate testbeds and fielded systems for a tactical communications program.
This role combines software development with system integration and operational support. The ideal candidate will write and maintain software and tooling while also debugging issues across multiple layers of the system and ensuring reliable operation of deployed systems.
This role works closely with teams developing networking and data link capabilities and focuses on building shared test infrastructure and tools used across multiple users and organizations. This includes developing testbeds, network emulation/simulation capabilities, and automation and deployment frameworks that must be scalable, adaptable, and usable by a range of users in fast-evolving environments.
Must Have
Nice to Have
Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Benefits and Perks:
Aquila team members experience the opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, customer-focused, and technically innovative work environment. Aquila strives to deliver the best of the best in technical services to our customers. Candidates that possess a love for technical challenges, a desire to constantly learn, and the desire to establish themselves as critical players within a team will enjoy calling Aquila Technology home.
Our Perks Include:
PTO - 15 days (vacation/sick) 10 paid holidays - 6 standard (New Year's, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas) - 4 floating holidays prorated based on your day of hire:
Tuition & Training Reimbursement- 5K annually for pre-approved, Eligible full-time team members who have completed a minimum ofsix (6) monthsof employment may apply for tuition reimbursement for approved, job-related courses taken through an accredited college or university. Team members must achieve a grade of "B" or better to qualify for reimbursement.Aquila will reimburse up to $5,000 per fiscal year for tuition expenses only. Expenses related to training programs, certifications, books, materials, meals, transportation, or other non-tuition costs are not eligible under the Tuition Reimbursement Program. All tuition reimbursement requests must be submitted to and approved by the team member's Manager prior to course registration. Reimbursement will be issued upon successful course completion and submission of final grades and proof of payment.
401K with Fidelity - Eligible to participate following 90 days of employment. Company match on employee contribution:
Cell Phone & Internet Reimbursedup to $150 monthly to cover cell phone, data, and home internet expenses. Aquila Technology will reimburse team members who work from home ONLY for cell phone/mobile device fees for work-related communications and/or operations each month. Employees eligible for this benefit must work remote 2 days a week or more to qualify.
Buy Your Own Device (BYOD) -Team members are eligible for reimbursement of up to $1,500 every three (3) years for the purchase of electronic equipment used to access corporate services. To qualify for this benefit, employees must have completed a minimum of six (6) months of employment and must agree to and sign the Device Minimum Configuration Form prior to reimbursement. Electronic devices eligible under the Buy Your Own Device (BYOD) program are limited to cell phones, laptops, and tablets.
Work Location: Candidates should expect to be onsite 2 days per week, with the remaining time remote. However, once a quarter, there will be an increased onsite presence (likely 5 days/wk) for a week or two during test cycles.Clearance Level: Interim clearance is sufficient to startInterview process: initial phone or zoom interview; second round will be meeting with the broader team in person. For a relocation candidate, we will be open to a second round zoom interview, but local candidates should plan to come in person.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Location: Candidates should expect to be onsite 2 days per week, with the remaining time remote. However, once a quarter, there will be an increased onsite presence (likely 5 days/wk) for a week or two during test cycles. within 100 miles of Lexington, MA.
Clearance Level: Must be able to obtain an Active Secret Clearance - Must Be US Citizen to apply
At Aquila Technology, you will see our team's passion every day, whether we are building a robust, policy-compliant IT system or stress-testing a system to identify gaps and security vulnerabilities. To own the advantage, we ensure our team owns results and gets the work done right the first time by deploying smart, purposeful solutions that work. Aquila is the right people with the right skills driving the right outcomes. We call this the Aquila Advantage.
Aquila Technology is seeking a Software Engineer t o join our team in supporting one of the country's premier defense research organizations. We are looking for a strong software engineer (Python) to build, debug, and operate testbeds and fielded systems for a tactical communications program.
This role combines software development with system integration and operational support. The ideal candidate will write and maintain software and tooling while also debugging issues across multiple layers of the system and ensuring reliable operation of deployed systems.
This role works closely with teams developing networking and data link capabilities and focuses on building shared test infrastructure and tools used across multiple users and organizations. This includes developing testbeds, network emulation/simulation capabilities, and automation and deployment frameworks that must be scalable, adaptable, and usable by a range of users in fast-evolving environments.
Must Have
- Degree Level: Bachelor's Degree
- 10 years - Software/Algorithm Development
- 10 years - Program/Project Management OR Analysis
- 10 years - Software Documentation
- 7 years - Development experience on a Linux platform
- 2 years - Multithreaded programming
- 10 years - Object Oriented Software Design and Development
- 10 years - Python Programming/Scripting
- 10 years - Software Design/Development
- 7 years - Experience with controls systems in a Lab environment involving hardware/software development
- 10 years - Hardware and Software Integration
Nice to Have
- Programming
- C/C++ Programming
- Software
- Gitlab CI/CD
- Systems
- Communication Systems
Responsibilities:
- Design tools and systems that are actively used by others; success is measured by adoption, usability, and reliability not just functionality.
- Write and maintain shared software tools and test infrastructure (Python) used to deploy, configure, and operate systems across internal teams and external partners. Tools must be scalable, maintainable, and usable beyond one-off or individual workflows.
- Support and iterate on tools based on feedback from end users
- Build and support control interfaces, including GUIs and headless workflows driven by job queues and custom C2 messaging.
- Debug issues across all layers of the system: application, networking, Link Layer, OS, and hardware.
- Identify root cause and drive issues to resolution, including working with domain experts when needed.
- Bring systems up, keep them running, and recover them when they fail (restarts, reconfiguration, reimaging, FPGA reflashing, etc.).
- Support CI/CD pipelines and automated test environments.
- Validate and support releases across multiple active systems.
- Take ownership of uptime and system reliability across lab and field environments.
- This role involves working in partially defined environments where systems may be incomplete, unstable, or evolving.
Required Qualifications:
- Python development skills.
- Experience working in Linux environments.
- Proven ability to debug complex, multi-layered systems.
- Experience with system integration across software and hardware.
- Experience developing team-facing tools or platforms that are used by multiple users (not just one-off or personal scripts).
- Experience building operational tools, GUIs, or control systems.
- High ownership: you take responsibility for outcomes, not just tasks.
- Comfortable designing systems and tools in environments with evolving requirements, prioritizing iteration and usability over upfront perfection.
- Able to move quickly and make progress in loosely defined environments.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with a small, hands-on team.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong C++ development skills
- Experience with communications systems, networking, or RF systems.
- Familiarity with CI/CD systems (e.g., Gitlab).
- Familiarity with monitoring/observability tools (e.g., Grafana, InfluxDB).
- Experience supporting deployed or fielded systems.
Benefits and Perks:
Aquila team members experience the opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, customer-focused, and technically innovative work environment. Aquila strives to deliver the best of the best in technical services to our customers. Candidates that possess a love for technical challenges, a desire to constantly learn, and the desire to establish themselves as critical players within a team will enjoy calling Aquila Technology home.
Our Perks Include:
PTO - 15 days (vacation/sick) 10 paid holidays - 6 standard (New Year's, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas) - 4 floating holidays prorated based on your day of hire:
- 1.5 paid days, or 12 hours, for approved volunteer work
- 1 week of paid maternity/paternity LOA after 1 year of Full-time employment
Tuition & Training Reimbursement- 5K annually for pre-approved, Eligible full-time team members who have completed a minimum ofsix (6) monthsof employment may apply for tuition reimbursement for approved, job-related courses taken through an accredited college or university. Team members must achieve a grade of "B" or better to qualify for reimbursement.Aquila will reimburse up to $5,000 per fiscal year for tuition expenses only. Expenses related to training programs, certifications, books, materials, meals, transportation, or other non-tuition costs are not eligible under the Tuition Reimbursement Program. All tuition reimbursement requests must be submitted to and approved by the team member's Manager prior to course registration. Reimbursement will be issued upon successful course completion and submission of final grades and proof of payment.
401K with Fidelity - Eligible to participate following 90 days of employment. Company match on employee contribution:
- $1/$1 up to 3%, then .50 cents / $1 for 4th and 5th %s
- Fully vested from day one
- Company match does not apply to catch-up contribution
Cell Phone & Internet Reimbursedup to $150 monthly to cover cell phone, data, and home internet expenses. Aquila Technology will reimburse team members who work from home ONLY for cell phone/mobile device fees for work-related communications and/or operations each month. Employees eligible for this benefit must work remote 2 days a week or more to qualify.
Buy Your Own Device (BYOD) -Team members are eligible for reimbursement of up to $1,500 every three (3) years for the purchase of electronic equipment used to access corporate services. To qualify for this benefit, employees must have completed a minimum of six (6) months of employment and must agree to and sign the Device Minimum Configuration Form prior to reimbursement. Electronic devices eligible under the Buy Your Own Device (BYOD) program are limited to cell phones, laptops, and tablets.
Work Location: Candidates should expect to be onsite 2 days per week, with the remaining time remote. However, once a quarter, there will be an increased onsite presence (likely 5 days/wk) for a week or two during test cycles.Clearance Level: Interim clearance is sufficient to startInterview process: initial phone or zoom interview; second round will be meeting with the broader team in person. For a relocation candidate, we will be open to a second round zoom interview, but local candidates should plan to come in person.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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