Computer Scientist (Software Design & Analysis) - Senior

Company Overview

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US's dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

Far Ridgeline Engagements LLC (a QinetiQ US Company) is seeking an experienced Computer Scientist - Software Design and Analysis - to help lead a growing team with a US Department of Defense operations support project delivering software and software analysis solutions to a diverse range of Client and Client-Customer mission requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple technical tasks in software design, implementation, and integration projects.
• Analyze customer needs and design, develop, and install software systems to meet those needs.
• Recommend software upgrades to existing systems and/or present newly available options which may better meet the customer's needs.
• Develop repeatable processes.
• Clearly communicate through verbal and written means with team members and customer.
• Expand existing software to meet changing needs.
• Identify, research, and present new solutions to old problems as technology and opportunity arise.
• Develop a new software product from the ground up, while working closely with stakeholders.
• Create fault-tolerant programming and a thorough QC process.
• Write tests for both existing and newly created code to ensure compatibility and stability.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in either Information Technology or software engineering.
• 8yrs software development or programming experience in full stack development (Golang, Python, C++, JavaScript, Java and other languages).
• Ability to code microservices and APIs to connect front and back end services.
• Experience with PKI for authentication and authorization.
• In-depth understanding of HTML5, CSS3 and CMSs.
• SQL and Postgre knowledge.
• Experience with Windows and Linux servers hosted on VMWare ESXi hypervisor and cloud infrastructures.
• Familiar with GITHUB and GITLAB.
• Basic Knowledge of computer networking.
• Data analysis (modeling, visualization, processing) and high-performance computing.
• Current TS/SCI Clearance with CI poly, or ability to obtain poly prior to start date #qinetiqclearedjob

Preferred Qualifications

• Current TS/SCI Clearance with CI poly.
• Specialization in firmware and graphical user design.

Company EEO Statement

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.