Principal Software Engineer - Boulder Colorado

Company: Softworld Inc
Location: Boulder, Colorado
Posted On: 01/16/2025

Principal Software Engineer

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Location: Boulder, CO

Duration: 12 months+

Clearance: Active Top Secret Clearance

Senior Principal Software Engineer (Level 4): Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 8 years of related experience, or a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 6 years of experience, or 4 years with a PhD.
Position Overview:

As an Algorithm and Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for developing, analyzing, testing, and implementing extendable / reusable algorithms to improve state estimation and backend processes. Additional responsibilities will include but are not limited to providing documentation to supply tracking algorithms including observation models, propagation models, and filters / smoothers.

Essential Functions:

Breadth and depth in the application of mathematics to perform data analysis and algorithm development for military applications
Development and performance analysis of tracking and state estimation algorithms
Tool and prototype development using Modern C++ and Python
Algorithm defect tracking and resolution
Technical Documentation as required
Seeking candidates who find satisfaction in working on challenging and diverse assignments in collaborative settings across all levels.

This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below.


* Linux exposure and working knowledge of common utilities like grep, awk, cat head, etc.
* C/C++; 4 years development experience
* Algorithm design and state estimation experience
* Data analysis - Population statistics and trend identification
* Bridge between theoretical concepts and practical implementation
* Experience with numerical computing (numerical linear algebra, differential equations, optimization (combinatorial and non-linear), and statistics.
* Ability and willingness to travel up-to 10% to support business needs
* Applicants must have a active in-scope U.S. Government DoD issued Top Secret security clearance at the time of application and is required to start; with the ability to obtain and maintain an SCI.

Preferred Qualifications:
* Strong statistical background and skills
* Experience in tracking and prediction algorithms, simulation, and validation
* Experience with multiple hypothesis tracking
* Experience in the numerical implementation of motion filters.
* Familiarity with Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) and Electro-Optical Infrared (EOIR) sensors and simulations is a plus
* Experience with containerization More...

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