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Algorithm Development Software Engineer - Level 2 or 3

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In-Office
Boulder, CO, USA
92K-171K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Boulder, CO, USA
92K-171K Annually
Senior level
Develop, test, document, debug, and maintain C++20 and Python software and mathematical algorithms for threat identification. Build analysis tools and apply physics, mathematics, statistical principles, state estimation, tracking, data fusion, and sensor-data processing in a research and development environment. The role requires collaboration across teams, technical documentation, occasional travel, and an active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain Top Secret.
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.


Northrop Grumman Space Systems, Multi-Domain Operations, and Missile Defense Integration Business Unit (BU), Advanced Programs group has an exciting career opportunity for an Algorithms Development Software Engineer – Level 2 or 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. Our team is chartered with providing innovative technologies to develop, design, and produce optimized product lines across multiple customers while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. We are excited for you to join our team working on challenging and diverse assignments in a collaborating research and development environment. The position is located on-site in Boulder, CO. Boulder is nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, and only 25 miles from downtown Denver.


Position Overview:


As an Algorithms Developer / Software Engineer – Level 2 or 3, you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, documenting, debugging software and mathematical algorithms used to identify different threats. This fast-paced and cutting-edge research and development environment will rely on your familiarity with modern software practices, physics principles, and mathematics.


Essential Functions:


  • Will develop software in C++ 20 and Python
  • Will demonstrate a strong understanding of physics and math
  • Will conduct analysis tool development
  • Will provide technical documentation as required

 

The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative team settings across all levels.

 

This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below.


This requisition may be filled at either a Software Engineer – Level 2 or a Principal Software Engineer – Level 3.


Basic Qualifications:


  • Software Engineer – Level 2:  Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 2 years of related experience or a Master’s degree and 0-2 years of related experience.
  • Principal Software Engineer – Level 3:  Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience or a Master’s degree and 3 years of related experience, or 1 year with a PhD.
  • Applicants must have a current active in-scope U.S. Government issued Secret security clearance and the time of application, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
  • Ability and willingness to travel 10% to support business needs.

 

Preferred Qualifications:


  • Current active in-scope Top Secret security clearance
  • Modern C++ Experience
    • Ability to write modern C++ code (templates, understanding move semantics, smart pointers, etc.)
  • Strong Math & Physics Background (Examples: Vectors and Kinematics, Reference Frames, Attitude Dynamics, Stochastic Processes, Linear Algebra)
  • Statistical Principles & Analysis Experience (Examples: Probability Distributions, Conditional Probability, Multi-Variate Random Variables, Kalman Filters, Least Squares)
  • Linux Experience
  • Python Experience
  • Data fusion experience
  • Distributed systems experience
  • Algorithm design, state estimation and tracking experience
  • Algorithm verification and validation experience
  • DevOps and DevSecOps experience
  • Technical leadership experience
  • Exposure to Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) and Electro-Optical Infrared (EOIR) sensors
  • Translating sensor data into actionable results
  • Exposure to long range infrared systems experience and PSF photometry
  • Stereo vision systems experience
  • Remote sensing experience
  • Container orchestration and deployment (Kubernetes and/or Docker Compose) experience
  • Atlassian suite experience (Jira, Bitbucket, Confluence, etc.)

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Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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