Principal Software Engineer

Epirus is a high-growth technology company that develops solid-state, human-safe directed energy systems that enable unprecedented counter-electronics effects and power management solutions to enhance power efficiency in defense and commercial electronics. With a constant emphasis on innovation, we are redefining modern power systems to increase the velocity of change for our customers and bring tomorrow's capabilities to life, today. 

Job objective: The ideal candidate for this position is someone who has a strong algorithmic background and has proven experience developing high-performance applications.

• Building and optimizing software for tracking and engaging hundreds of airborne vehicles
• Developing algorithms for targeting high-velocity airborne vehicles with pinpoint precision
• Designing intelligent prioritization systems that pursue optimal actions in congested and dynamic environments
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members in the art of software development

• BS degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, or related
• 8+ years of experience developing software in multiple programming languages such as C++, Python, or Java
• Maturity as a technical leader; experience architecting solutions and mentoring other engineers
• Expert knowledge of Data Structures, Algorithms, Design Patterns, and other Computer Science fundamentals
• An understanding of real-time performance and an ability to optimize software in large systems
• US Citizen or Permanent Resident (future clearance may be required)

• Experience implementing autonomous decision-making or AI behaviors in commercial or entertainment software
• Understanding of linear algebra, 3D mathematics, and/or geographic coordinate systems
• Understanding of network communication fundamentals (TCP/IP, sockets, endianness, serialization, etc.)

At Epirus, we work to create innovative power solutions to solve some of the world’s most complex problems. We are forward thinking in nature and committed to bringing tomorrow’s capabilities to life, today. To deliver on our mission, our team is comprised of individuals with deep expertise in mechanical and electrical engineering (including radio frequency and digital circuit design) as well as software design. We are always looking for top-tier problem solvers and changemakers to join our fast-growing team.