Software Engineer (Scientific Computing)

About the Role

Areté is seeking a junior to mid-level applicant with a background in Scientific Computing. The successful candidate will work with scientists and engineers to transform advanced signal and image processing algorithms from higher-level languages (e.g., Python) into robust and efficient software suitable for operational use. This position is based in Falls Church, VA and is classified as an exempt, non-supervisory, full-time role.

Key Responsibilities

• Practice sound software processing methods to 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 via written reports and/or well-commented code.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Python programming skills, including scientific Python libraries such as numpy, scipy, pandas.
• C or C++ programming 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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Clear desire and interest in working on scientific projects and learning physics, math, and signal processing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Intellectual curiosity and a desire for continuous learning.
• Passion for solving challenging technical problems in a collaborative environment.

Preferred Skills

• Data analysis and visualization skills.
• Experience working in a Linux environment.
• Experience with CUDA programming and GPU architecture optimization.
• Working knowledge of MPI and OpenMP parallel programming models.
• Demonstrated ability to optimize scientific computing applications.
• Experience with User Interface / User Experience front-end GUI development.
• Physics-based modeling and simulation experience.
• Remote sensing experience utilizing Electro-Optics or Synthetic Aperture RADAR.
• Classical signal/image processing experience (detection, estimation, and tracking).
• Computer vision, image and data fusion, image classification or automated target recognition.
• Active Top-Secret Clearance.

Salary

• Engineer 1: $90,000 - $125,000 (required BS degree or higher)
• Engineer 2: $110,000 - $145,000 (minimum experience of BS+2 years, OR MS+0 years)
• Staff Engineer: $130,000 - $165,000 (minimum experience of BS+5 years, MS+3 years, or PhD+0 years)