Associate Software Engineer (REQ 350)
Applied Physical Sciences Corp (APS)
Arlington, VAFresher2h agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
- Join a team in Arlington, VA, focusing on designing, developing, and deploying software solutions for technical programs and emerging technologies.
- Contribute ideas and take ownership of work to address complex national-level challenges.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the development of communication and networking software.
- Support the implementation of command-and-control interfaces, simulations, and data visualizations.
- Contribute to algorithm design for signal processing, autonomy, or embedded systems.
- Help integrate software into larger distributed or real-time systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional project teams to define requirements and deliver robust solutions.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- BS in computer science, engineering, applied math/physics, or a related field.
- Internship or project experience with modern programming languages, including C++, Rust, or Python.
- Fluency in C++, Rust, Python, or other modern programming languages.
- Experience developing on Linux platforms.
- Experience using modern software engineering tooling, such as git, CI pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and Unity.
- Strong understanding of software design principles and user experience considerations.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance.
Preferred Skills and Attributes
- Background or interest in autonomy, networking, embedded systems, or communications theory.
- Familiarity with IP/TCP/UDP networking and serial communication protocols.
- Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
- Experience with Zynq SoC platforms, microcontrollers, FPGAs, VHDL, or embedded development.
- Experience with autonomy or robotics frameworks such as ROS.
- Experience with numerical algorithms, modeling, or real-time systems.
- Fluency with TypeScript and front-end web development frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.