Software Engineer

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. Work with scientists and engineers to transform advanced signal and image processing algorithms from higher-level languages such as Python into robust and efficient operational software .

Posted 10/3/2026full-timeFalls Church • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in transforming advanced signal and image processing algorithms into operational software using Python and C/C++. Strong ability to analyze algorithm performance and communicate results effectively in a collaborative environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Python ProgrammingC/C++ ProgrammingSignal Processing TechniquesScientific ComputingExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

PythonCC++NumpyScipyPandasAlgorithm Performance AssessmentSoftware DevelopmentSoftware TestingTechnical Problem Solving

Soft Skills

CollaborationWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationAbility to Work IndependentlyTeamwork

Certifications & Qualifications

TS/SCI Security ClearanceEligibility for Classified InformationCriminal Background ScreenDepartment of Transportation (DOT) Drug Test

Industry Keywords

Scientific ComputingSignal ProcessingImage ProcessingOperational SoftwarePrototype Development

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

NumpyPandasPythonTypeScriptC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work with scientists and engineers to transform advanced signal and image processing algorithms from higher-level languages such as Python into robust and efficient operational software
Design, develop, analyze, and test software applications from prototype to operations
Use modern software development languages and practices
Assess algorithm performance on real-world data
Document results through written reports and/or well-commented code
Solve challenging technical problems in a collaborative environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

College degree in mathematics, physics, or engineering with a focus on scientific computing
Demonstrated exposure to college level physics, math, and/or signal and image processing techniques
Strong programming skills in Python, including scientific Python libraries such as numpy, scipy, pandas
Strong programming skills in C or C++
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work with minimal supervision and collaborate with small teams
Willingness to work onsite in the office 100%
Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance and program access
U.S. citizenship required
Successful passage of a criminal background screen required
Eligibility for access to classified information required
Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Vision Reimbursement
Fitness Reimbursement
Company-funded 5% contribution to your 401(k) retirement plan
Company-funded 5% contribution to your Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Continuing Education Assistance
Flexible Scheduling
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Parental and Bereavement Leave
Employee ownership
Professional growth opportunities