Software Engineer

KBR is seeking a Software Engineer to support MIT Lincoln Laboratory’s Strategic and Long-Range Communications Group. The role focuses on designing, developing, implementing, and testing software for large-scale communications system demonstrations, working closely with a multidisciplinary team in a collaborative hybrid/remote-capable environment.

Role Location

Lexington, MA (hybrid)

Salary

USD 156,400 - 180,000 per year

Core Responsibilities

• Define software architecture for communications system demonstrations
• Design and implement system software, primarily using C++, including protocol and state machine design in partnership with system designers to convert prototype simulations into real-time code
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to design and prototype communications-based software
• Support integration and testing, including test design and participation in lab and field experiments
• Assist with preparing technical documentation for software architectures and code, including technical specifications, reports, and technical presentations for internal and external audiences

Required Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance
• M.S. in Software Engineering or Computer Science (or related field), with a strong background in real-time code development and code profiling; or a B. Sci with 6+ years of directly relevant experience
• 5+ years of C++/C++11 experience
• 5+ years of Java/Java Script experience
• 5+ years of Source Control experience (Git/SVN/Clearcase/etc.)
• 5+ years of object-oriented development
• 5+ years of software modeling and UML experience
• 5+ years of software deployment experience and knowledge of modern software deployment techniques
• 5+ years of software DevSecOps experience
• 5+ years of software algorithm development and performance improvement experience
• 5+ years of experience with design patterns and data structures
• 5+ years of distributed systems and inter process communication using technologies such as UDP/TCP/ActiveMQ
• 5+ years of experience with the Linux development environment and/or commercial real-time operating systems
• 5+ years of experience with hardware abstraction layers
• 5+ years of experience with software lifecycle processes
• Highly effective written and verbal communication skills, particularly for technical documentation
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams

Technologies

• C++, C++11
• Java, Java Script
• Git, SVN, Clearcase
• UML (Unified Modelling Language)
• UDP, TCP, ActiveMQ
• Linux
• Commercial real-time operating systems
• DevSecOps
• Python, MATLAB

Desired Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience with digital signal processing and implementation of protocols and methods into software
• Familiarity with software-defined radio protocols, design, and implementations
• Familiarity with physical layer, MAC layer, and network layer communication protocols
• Proficiency in Python
• Demonstrated familiarity with MATLAB
• Demonstrated ability to plan and manage tasks and projects (for example, using Microsoft Project)

Work Environment

• Working hours: Standard
• Travel requirements: Willing and able to travel (up to 10%, typically CONUS)
• On-site vs. remote: On-site with the possibility of a remote arrangement

Benefits

Basic Compensation: For MA only, the salary range is approximately $156,400 - $180,000 USD annually