Senior Software Developer TAK
Senior Software Developer TAK
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Job Description
Overview:
Draper is an independent nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge MA. The 2000 employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the crossfertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper visit www.draper.
Job Description Summary:
The Software Engineer (SMTS) works on missionoriented projects that span from selfdriving cars and unmanned vehicles to medical applications and fielded systems for battlefield situational awareness. Software Engineers work on multiple projects in an Agile environment converting customer requirements into functional scalable software solutions. As a part of the Software Engineering Team developers will build out software solutions and see a project through from the design and requirements stage all the way to testing and deployment in the field.We are seeking a skilled TAK Software Developer with a strong background in serverside and mobile application development networking and cloud technologies. The ideal candidate will contribute to building and maintaining robust scalable systems using modern frameworks and tools while adhering to best practices in security and containerized deployment.
Job Description:
Duties/Responsibilities
Independently execute task assignments.
Designs algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques adheres to software best practices.
Analyzes designs to demonstrate performance and functionality.
Develops and executes software tests to check compliance with requirements.
Prepares technical data procedures reports drawings manuals and other required documentation.
Communicates with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements and describe the design and deliverables.
Drives solutions to complex problems actively participate in requirements development propose ways forward and adapt appropriately to changes in requirements.
Contributes to system architecture decisions and leads the architecture of subsystems.
Provides insight and suggest adaptations or modifications to processes and/or applications based on quantitative data or results.
Identifies project technical risks and develops and executes mitigation strategies.
Actively mentors less experienced staff and provides thoughtful constructive feedback.
Lead a small team of software developers on projects.
Skills/Abilities
Curiositydriven approach to solving complex customerdriven problems as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrate an ability to learn new programming languages and technologies quickly.
Collaborate and communicate effectively and openly with multidisciplinary program team members program leadership and nontechnical personnel.
A team player able to work in a fastpaced environment with the ability to balance multiple competing tasks and demands.
Education
Requires a bachelors in Computer Science or other related field. Masters degree is preferred.
Experience
510 years experience in Software Engineering or related field.
Additional Job Description:
- Design develop and maintain serverside applications using the Ktor HTTP server/client framework (Kotlin).
- Develop and enhance Android applications using Kotlin and Java with a focus on integrating with TAK (Tactical Kit) software.
- Implement and manage TLS/SSL certificates for secure communication ensuring best practices in certificate handling and lifecycle management.
- Develop and deploy containerized applications using Docker and manage container orchestration systems as needed.
- Work with Linuxbased environments configuring servers and ensuring high performance and security.
- Leverage AWS cloud services for hosting scaling and monitoring applications.
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to design and implement networking solutions ensuring secure and reliable communication.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex networking issues with a focus on TLS and SSL protocols.
- Stay updated on industry trends and technologies particularly around cloud infrastructure Kotlin development and TAK (Tactical Kit) technologies.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proficiency in Ktor Java and the Kotlin programming language.
- Strong experience with Android development using Kotlin and Java.
- Experience in developing Android applications that integrate with external systems and APIs.
- Strong experience with Linux systems and shell scripting.
- Handson expertise with Docker and containerized application deployment.
- Familiarity with AWS services such as EC2 S3 IAM and RDS.
- Indepth knowledge of networking concepts and protocols particularly TLS/SSL certificate handling and management.
- Experience in securing and optimizing servertoserver and clienttoserver communications.
- Ability to troubleshoot networking issues and implement secure communication protocols.
Preferred Skills:
- Familiarity with TAK (Tactical Kit) or similar military software platforms.
- Experience with certificate automation tools (e.g. Lets Encrypt.
- Understanding of agile development processes and version control systems like Git.
- Knowledge of Kubernetes or similar container orchestration platforms is a plus.
Applicants selected for this opportunity will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
Secret Clearance is required.
Role will require up to 25 travel for customer engagements.
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Job Location City:
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0Our work is very important to us but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve worklife balance including workplace flexibility employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga health and finance workshops off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you apply now www.draper/careers.
Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a highperformance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation national origin veteran status or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation please contact .
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
