Software Development Engineer - C /Java
Laurel, MD

Job Description

Introduction:

We are seeking a Software Development Engineer to join a close-knit prototyping team developing capabilities that enable warfighters to harness a diverse set of sensors and data sources to accomplish a variety of missions critical to our nation's defense.

Job Summary: As a software developer you will prototype solutions to unaddressed, critical military operational shortfalls through research, conceptualization, design, implementation, and evaluation as a member of an established team that has fielded numerous highly regarded capabilities. Subject areas differ widely over time, but current projects focus on improving the exploitation of airborne sensor data through object tracking, multi-sensor correlation, and operational data display.

Duties (Listed in order of importance with the estimated amount of time spent at each task):

* Research & concept development for solutions to unaddressed, critical military operational shortfalls.


* System design and software implementation of proof-of-concept prototypes incorporating a variety of engineering disciplines: software development, signal/video processing, pattern recognition, high-performance computing, applied mathematics, network/web services, and visualization.
* Support prototype evaluation, experimental operations at military facilities, and transitions of capabilities to government or industry.

Note: This job summary and listing of duties is for the purpose of describing the position and its essential functions at time of hire and may change over time.

Required Qualifications:

* BS in EE, CS, or related field.
* At least 2 years of experience in complex software development and significant knowledge of C or Java in a Linux/Unix environment.
* Highly creative and interested in novel challenges. Self-starter able to work effectively in a demanding, multi-tasking environment.
* Excellent communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a close team environment.
* Candidate must be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance.

Desired Qualifications:

* MS in EE, CS or related field.
* 5 years of experience with complex software development
* Desire to build computer science/software development expertise to address cutting edge challenges.
* Strong ability to successfully apply educational background to real-world engineering problems.
* Interest and initiative to grow into a leadership position.
* Active Secret clearance.

Special Working Conditions: Occasional travel and work at military facilities including underway on US Navy ships and aircraft, requiring work outside of and in excess of normal working hours.

Security: Applicant selected will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

Benefits: APL offers a comprehensive benefits package including a liberal vacation plan, a matching retirement program, significant educational assistance, a scholarship tuition program for staff with dependents, and competitive salaries commensurate with skills and experience. For more information about our organization, please visit our web site at www.jhuapl.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Johns Hopkins University/Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that complies with Title IX of the Education Amendments Acts of 1972, as well as other applicable laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.