Job Description

Do you enjoy building high-performance software, leading software teams, mentoring staff, and guiding complex technology development efforts and analyses?

Are you interested in building innovative software systems to produce impactful information from many different types of sensors and sources of data?

Do you want to advance US defense capabilities in Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Targeting?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!

We are seeking a creative and expert software engineer to lead our efforts to conceptualize, develop, test, assess, and field the next generation of ISRT and Counter-ISRT capabilities for the US military. Our engineers apply diverse disciplines such as sensor and data fusion, signal and image processing, operations research, applied physics, and artificial intelligence to build systems that automatically or autonomously orchestrate sensors, process data into information, and make intelligent inferences and predictions about complex threats and environments. 

Our work enables the US military to neutralize a wider variety of serious threats from safer distances than they could otherwise accomplish; improves the safety, survivability, and effectiveness of US air, naval, and ground forces; and disrupts the ability of potential adversaries to threaten our forces. 

As a Senior Software Engineer for ISR Scientific Applications ...

• Your primary responsibility will be to lead and contribute to software teams developing algorithms, mathematical-physical models, and prototype software for ISRT applications.
• You will guide the development of advanced scientific software tools for novel modeling, simulation, and analytical methods.
• You will lead and contribute to teams developing software for signal processing, image processing, multi-sensor data fusion, and multi-sensor resource optimization.
• You will lead efforts to apply emerging technologies with software and hardware best practices to meet industry standards.
• You will lead efforts to mentor junior engineers in software development best practices.
• You will document and present the team’s results to managers, sponsors, and technical workshops and conferences.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you ...

• Have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, applied mathematics, computer science, physics, or another related field.
• Have at least seven years of relevant experience in a technical field.
• Have expertise developing scientific and engineering software systems in programming languages such as MATLAB, Python, C++, and Java and in Linux environments.
• Have a solid understanding of computational runtime complexity (big-O notation), data structures, and algorithms.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry best practices, emerging hardware, and modern software tools.
• Have strong inter-personal and written communications skills.
• Have skills and experience leading complex technical efforts.
• Have the ability to work and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Have the ability to multi-task, support multiple, concurrent projects, and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Are willing and able to work a portion of the time in secure, closed areas and travel occasionally to government sites and contractor facilities (local and non-local).
• Are able to obtain a TS/SCI-level security clearance. If selected, you 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.

 You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you ...

• Have a Master’s or Doctorate degree in engineering, applied mathematics, computer science, physics, or another related field.
• Have at least ten years of work experience in a relevant technical field.
• Have experience with DevOps.
• Have experience building high-performance or real-time software applications in C++ and/or Java.
• Have experience with GPU computing (e.g. CUDA, OpenGL).
• Have experience modernizing software to utilize today’s best practices and industry standards.
• Have experience contributing to multi-disciplinary teams working on software projects.
• Have experience working on software projects in secure environments.
• Have expertise in some of the following areas: signal and image processing, data fusion, statistical analysis, mathematical optimization, pattern recognition, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.
• Hold an active Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI-level security clearance.

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

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