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Draper · 2 weeks ago

Mission Critical Software Engineer 2

Cambridge, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$75K/yr - $150K/yr

3+ years exp

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. They are looking for a skilled software engineer to join the Mission Software Architectures and Applications group, focusing on developing high performance solutions for resource constrained targets and collaborating across interdisciplinary teams.

Defense & Space

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Evaluates requirements, proposes solutions, explores design trades to support a design with some guidance

Designs algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques

Develops embedded software based on prototype algorithms

Analyzes designs to demonstrate performance and functionality

Develops and executes software tests to check compliance with requirements

Evaluates results to establish problem causes and develop solutions for inefficient or problems

Prepares technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other required documentation

Communicates with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements and describe the design and deliverables

Contributes to the system design based on demonstrated expertise and applicable experience

Contributes content for technical reports and presentations with minimal guidance

Proactively identify needs and concerns associated with design decisions and communicate them to project leadership

Adapt appropriately to changes in program requirement

Identifies challenges associated with assigned work and communicate them to project leadership

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Embedded software developmentReal-time systemsC/C++ programmingUML/SysMLSoftware configuration managementTroubleshooting skillsAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTime management skills

Required

Requires a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

Requires 3-5 years experience in Software Engineering or related

Excellent development and troubleshooting skills on embedded targets

Excellent knowledge of OS coding techniques, IP protocols, interfaces and hardware subsystems

Expertise in software development for real-time systems

Mastery of high level development languages (e.g. C/C++, Rust)

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Knowledge of software configuration management tools, defect tracking tools, and peer review processes

Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines

Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Experience with UML/SysML

Experience with in-circuit emulators, JTAG debuggers and laboratory test equipment

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Secret Clearance is required

Benefits

Workplace flexibility

Employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga

Health and finance workshops

Off site social events

Discounts to local museums and cultural activities

Company

Draper

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We Engineer Solutions for the Nation’s Toughest Problems As an independent nonprofit engineering innovation company, Draper provides engineering services directly to government, industry, and academia.

Founded in 1938

Cambridge, MA, US

1001-5000 employees