Software Engineer

Software Engineer

Company Overview:

Allen Control Systems (ACS) is a cutting-edge defense startup founded by two former Navy electrical engineers with a proven track record in robotics and software. We are developing a small autonomous gun turret that employs advanced computer vision and control systems to precisely target and neutralize small drones and loitering munitions. Our innovative approach requires overcoming significant technical challenges making this an exciting and dynamic environment for experienced engineers.

With an engineering-first culture ACS values technical excellence and innovation. Backed by our founders successful exits from two previous venture acquired for a combined $180M in 2022 we are committed to ensuring that the groundbreaking technologies we develop will have a real-world impact.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled software engineer very proficient in C or Python coding.

What Youll Do:

• Design develop and maintain high-performance software applications using C.
• Optimize and enhance existing software for efficiency scalability and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical electrical computer vision and software engineers.
• Implement best practices in software engineering including code reviews unit testing and documentation.
• Debug troubleshoot and resolve software defects and performance issues.
• Work with modern development tools version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Develop algorithms and data structures to solve complex computational problems.
• Ensure security and compliance standards are met in software development.

What Youll Need:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science Software Engineering or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in C (C11/14/17/20) and Python.
• Experience with multi-threading concurrency and performance optimization.
• Familiarity with software development methodologies and design patterns.
• Knowledge of system programming memory management and debugging tools.
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and agile development practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional experience in software development preferred.

Youll Stand Out:

• Experience with GPU programming (CUDA OpenCL) or parallel computing.
• Knowledge of networking protocols and distributed systems.
• Exposure to machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow PyTorch) or scientific computing.
• Experience with DevOps tools (Docker Kubernetes CI/CD pipelines)

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• ACS Equity Package
• Health Dental Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off

Allen Control Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Allen Control Systems prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

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