Sr. Application Engineer

Are you an enthusiastic, talented, and experienced Software Engineer with a passion for solving complex technical problems? Do you enjoy thinking out of the box and facing new challenges? If you love working with other engineers, interacting with customers, solving real-world software mysteries, and want the opportunity to tackle tough technology problems, this is your role!

We’re looking for someone to be a critical member of the team that ensures RTI customers succeed with Connext. Learn more about the journey of an Application Engineer on the Professional Services team at RTI here! Listen to a podcast with an Application Engineer who drives customer success!

Responsibilities:

• Lead the architecture, design and implementation of custom software solutions based on RTI technology
• Engage with our customers to provide technical guidance, assistance, and prototype proof-of-concept projects
• Provide onsite technical training, configuration/code review, design guidance and debugging of complex distributed systems
• Triage customer issues both onsite and remotely, and find timely solutions
• Always learning about RTI's technology as well as customer use cases and technology frameworks.
• Share your experience and knowledge with other RTI teams to contribute to company growth.
• Ensure our customers succeed with RTI technology
• Please note: This position is technical, but you will not be developing a product.

We don't expect you to meet all of the requirements for the role! But you should still apply even if you meet some, because we'll help you build what you're missing.

Requirements:

• Degree in Computer Science or related field (Advanced degree preferred). Studies related to distributed systems, peer-to-peer networks, and computer networking preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to present your ideas to an audience.
• Programming fundamentals in any language.
• Driven and engaged in continuous learning.
• Interested in working directly with customers to ensure their success.
• Positive, proactive, results oriented when solving problems.
• Exceptional team player who collaborates well but also comfortable working independently in a deadline driven environment.
• Solid understanding of operating systems and networking fundamentals.
• Experience writing and debugging code in C, C++, and/or Java.
• Excellent debugging skills in a wide variety of technologies, networking protocols, operating systems and programming languages.
• Must be able to travel to work onsite with our customer.

Bonus Points:

• Experience with RTI Connext and/or OMG DDS.
• Experience writing and debugging code in Python and/or C#.
• Experience presenting your ideas / projects to a technical audience.
• Experience with VxWorks, QNX, Integrity, or another RTOS.
• Hands-on distributed systems design or network programming experience.
• Experience with communications frameworks (e.g. MQTT, Apache Kafka, etc).

What we offer you:

• Flexible working schedule 
• Remote working + Home Office Stipend to cover the costs of working from home
• Flexible Paid Time Off + “Real Vacation Bonus,” an additional bonus for taking more than 1-week of uninterrupted vacation
• Annual bonus based on individual and company performance + other prizes and awards 
• We recognize employees for their achievements, offer great opportunities for career growth and development, and provide the tools they need to succeed

At RTI, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t perfectly align with all qualifications in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may be just the right candidate for this or another one of our open roles. Learn more about RTI’s Diversity initiatives here!

About RTI:

Real-Time Innovations (RTI) is the largest software framework provider for autonomous systems. RTI software runs over 250 autonomous vehicle programs, controls the largest power plants in North America, coordinates combat management on U.S. Navy ships, drives a new generation of medical robotics, enables flying cars, and provides 24/7 intelligence for hospital and emergency medicine. RTI runs a smarter world.

We commit to making your life as satisfying as your career. And, RTI’s team is unmatched; our collaborative, transparent, and creative culture truly sets us apart from the rest. At RTI, you will work in a positive, supportive, diverse environment with a team that truly cares about you. We have been certified as a Great Place to Work for four consecutive years both in Spain and the US. In addition, we are recognized as one of the Best Companies for Women to Advance. 

RTI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.