Senior Software Engineer

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory

Job Location:

Cambridge - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 82300 - 205750

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper visit .

Job Description Summary:

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our team tackling challenging and impactful defense projects. Youll work in a matrixed environment on mission-critical often classified programs building secure and reliable solutions that this role youll apply your expertise in Python development DevOps Practices (CI/CD containerization automation) and software testing to deliver high-quality software under rigorous defense compliance standards. Youll collaborate across disciplines in fast-paced cross-functional teams while driving technical excellence and innovation. A DoD security clearance (or ability to obtain one) is required. Experience with C secure or air-gapped environments and container security is a strong plus.

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 sub-systems.
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
Curiosity-driven approach to solving complex customer-driven problems as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Demonstrate an ability to learn new programming languages and technologies quickly.
Collaborate and communicate effectively and openly with multi-disciplinary program team members program leadership and non-technical personnel.
A team player able to work in a fast-paced 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
5-10 years experience in Software Engineering or related field.

Additional Job Description:

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Secret Clearance is preferred.

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Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

The US base salary range for this full-time position is

$82300.00 - $205750.00

Our salary ranges are determined by role level and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors including job-related skills experience and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreements approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Our work is very important to us but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life 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 is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance 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

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 engine...