Salary Range: $150,000 – $200,000 + Outstanding Benefits + 15–25% 401(k) Match + Full Relocation Package
Join a cutting-edge R&D team at the forefront of national defense. We’re seeking a Senior Software Engineer who thrives in multi-disciplinary environments to design and develop advanced digital signal processing (DSP) and communications systems. This is a mission-critical role where you’ll collaborate with elite engineers, mathematicians, and computer scientists to build reusable software frameworks that power state-of-the-art SIGINT platforms.
You'll work in a high-impact environment with direct interaction with end users, contributing to real-world systems that matter.
Develop and maintain complex software frameworks supporting SIGINT systems.
Design and optimize multi-threaded C/C++ code in a Linux environment.
Contribute to GUI development, database integration, hardware control, and signal/image processing algorithms.
Create modular, reusable libraries and software toolkits.
Collaborate with a remote team across disciplines.
Ensure high-quality software through disciplined development, documentation, and testing practices.
Interface directly with classified end-users to iterate on mission solutions.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
5+ years of experience in system development and deployment.
Expert-level C/C++ development in Linux environments.
Strong experience with reusable software framework/toolkit design.
Solid background in mathematics and analytical problem-solving.
Hands-on experience with the MIDAS or X-MIDAS framework and Python.
Previous experience working in a classified setting.
U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance.
Experience with:
SIGINT system support and geolocation technologies.
Digital signal processing (DSP) in classified applications.
REDHAWK framework for SDR development.
GUI development using Java and Qt.
Existing Top Secret Clearance strongly preferred.
Tucson blends innovation with livability. Nestled in the Sonoran Desert and surrounded by mountain ranges, Tucson offers more than 350 days of sunshine per year, a vibrant arts scene, and a lower cost of living than most major tech hubs. Enjoy world-class hiking, authentic Southwestern cuisine, and a growing tech economy—all while doing work that makes a difference.
Work on National Security Projects: Your innovations directly impact mission success.
Top-Tier Compensation: Generous pay, best-in-class 401(k) contributions, and relocation support.
Elite Collaboration: Work with some of the best minds in signal processing, software engineering, and R&D.
Long-Term Growth: Join a stable, respected organization with clear advancement opportunities.
If you're a driven software engineer ready to work on mission-driven technologies in support of national defense, we want to hear from you. Apply now to be part of a team where innovation meets impact.
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