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Are you passionate about applying your talents to address the difficult challenges facing our warfighters such as Operationalizing Artificial Intelligence to support Achieving Robust Homeland and Theater Defenses, Accelerating Warfighting Capabilities in INDOPACOM, or Enabling Space Superiority?
Are you searching for important work in Multi-Domain mission planning and decision dominance?
Do you love participating in dynamic software development, prototyping, and transition efforts that regularly provide our warfighters new capabilities?
Would you like to make impactful contributions to the prototyping and development of sophisticated tools in support of U.S. warfighters in the armed services?
If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!
In A5C, we develop and deploy advanced planning capabilities and solutions directly into the hands of the warfighter, empowering them to design dominant defenses for maximum performance across multiple simultaneous multiple missions, multiple services, and multiple command echelon planning levels and domains.
We are seeking an enthusiastic team member with software engineering experience willing to take on exciting assignments and willing to learn about the complexity of military systems.
As a Senior Software Engineer your duties and tasks would include:
Qualifications
You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...
About Us
Why Work at APL?
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.
At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at https://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accessibility@jhuapl.edu.
The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Minimum Rate
$85,000 Annually
Maximum Rate
$195,000 Annually
Are you passionate about applying your talents to address the difficult challenges facing our warfighters such as Operationalizing Artificial Intelligence to support Achieving Robust Homeland and Theater Defenses, Accelerating Warfighting Capabilities in INDOPACOM, or Enabling Space Superiority?
Are you searching for important work in Multi-Domain mission planning and decision dominance?
Do you love participating in dynamic software development, prototyping, and transition efforts that regularly provide our warfighters new capabilities?
Would you like to make impactful contributions to the prototyping and development of sophisticated tools in support of U.S. warfighters in the armed services?
If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!
In A5C, we develop and deploy advanced planning capabilities and solutions directly into the hands of the warfighter, empowering them to design dominant defenses for maximum performance across multiple simultaneous multiple missions, multiple services, and multiple command echelon planning levels and domains.
We are seeking an enthusiastic team member with software engineering experience willing to take on exciting assignments and willing to learn about the complexity of military systems.
As a Senior Software Engineer your duties and tasks would include:
- Designing, developing, testing, and reviewing cyber-hardened software written in C++ and Python within classified environments. Work includes object-oriented design, algorithm design, algorithm implementation from design specifications, code refactoring, software testing, software assurance, and associated documentation.
- Conducting high-impact engineering activities that will support the development of multi-mission and multi-service planning capabilities to predict performance of U.S. military systems.
- Helping develop multi-mission (Ballistic Missile Defense, Space Domain Awareness, etc.) simulation software for use in analysis and integration into mission planning software.
- Document concepts, software, requirements, analysis results, and technical recommendations.
Qualifications
You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
- Possess a BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a closely related area.
- Have 4+ years of experience in developing applications in C++ on Linux.
- Have 1+ years of experience in coding with Python.
- Have experience with Git or similar version control systems.
- Are passionate about mentoring team members and providing meaningful code reviews.
- Demonstrate strong organizational abilities.
- Demonstrate excellent written, oral, and communication skills when collaborating with team members, sponsors, and users.
- Are able to acquire an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately acquire Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.
You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...
- Possess an advanced degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Development, or a closely related area.
- Have 7+ years of experience in software development with C++ on Linux.
- Have used C++ build tooling such as CMake and Conan.
- Have used Conda for package management.
- Have a strong interest in modeling and simulation.
- Have demonstrated knowledge of software profiling and optimization, testing, and static and dynamic code analysis.
- Have experience working with software development pipelines such as GitLab CI/CD.
- Already possess a Final Secret or Top Secret security clearance.
About Us
Why Work at APL?
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.
At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at https://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accessibility@jhuapl.edu.
The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Minimum Rate
$85,000 Annually
Maximum Rate
$195,000 Annually
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