Senior Principal Engineer, Software

Northrop Grumman

. Translate MATLAB LiDAR algorithms into high-performance GPU implementations using C++ and CUDA with an algorithm architect .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $122,800 - $184,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in translating MATLAB algorithms into high-performance GPU implementations using C++ and CUDA, alongside experience in LiDAR software modeling and testing. Strong communication skills are essential for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and reporting progress effectively.

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C++ ProgrammingCUDA FrameworkMATLABLiDAR ProcessingSoftware Documentation

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Hard Skills

C++ ProgrammingCUDA FrameworkMATLABSimulinkGPGPU ProgrammingPoint Cloud Data ProcessingCentroid EstimationPose EstimationSensor FusionObject Identification

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

UMLLiDAR HardwareLight Field CamerasStereoscopic Cameras

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. CitizenshipSecret Clearance

Industry Keywords

STEM DisciplineAerial Refueling SystemSoftware-in-the-Loop Testing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Translate MATLAB LiDAR algorithms into high-performance GPU implementations using C++ and CUDA with an algorithm architect
Create LiDAR software models and test datasets for software-in-the-loop (SIL) testing
Create software documentation using UML
Work with LiDAR and related hardware in a laboratory environment
Communicate progress and results to a multidisciplinary team
Report to the R&AD organization Aerial Refueling System Lead
Travel approximately 10% of the time

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 8 years of related experience; OR a Master's degree in STEM with 6 years of related experience; OR a PhD in STEM with 4 years of related experience
Strong programming skills in C++
Experience with GPGPU frameworks such as CUDA or OpenCL
Experience with MATLAB and Simulink
U.S. citizenship required for positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions
Secret clearance type specified
Preferred: MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science
Preferred: Experience with LiDAR and point cloud data processing
Preferred: Experience with centroid and pose estimation
Preferred: Experience with sensor fusion for object identification and tracking
Preferred: Experience with light field cameras
Preferred: Experience with stereoscopic cameras

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work arrangements
Learning opportunities
Exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers
Friendly team environment
Retirement and Savings Plan
Group medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Potential overtime pay
Potential shift differential
Potential discretionary bonus
Potential long-term incentives for Vice President or Director positions