Software Engineer

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For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants. Position Specifics We are searching for a motivated and talented Computer Science and Software Engineer to join our Applied Communications team of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. This software engineering position focuses on algorithm implementation and integration to support a variety of research processes and applications.

ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply. You Will Contribute to the development of cutting‑edge research Design solutions for various system‑level needs such as applications, libraries, interfaces, and device drivers Apply established procedures to solve current national security problems Leverage your technical strengths to new and adjacent areas of interest Test algorithms on a variety of platforms such as in water, on land, in the air, and in space Design and develop software to support signal processing for communications Additional Responsibilities for Higher‑Level Positions Lead software engineering projects Mentor employees in technical, project, and business development skills Required Skills / Experience Ability to express yourself and ideas successfully to others Strong diagnostic skills and the ability to research, troubleshoot, and logically determine solutions while paying attention to detail Demonstrated ability to work through a difficult problem, using proper steps to define and formulate ideas to reach a solution Proficiency with high‑performance algorithm design Object‑oriented principles in C++ and C Software system architecture and infrastructure skills Proficiency working in a Linux environment Software development best practices using tools such as Git, GitLab, Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence, Bamboo, Artifactory, BitBucket, SonarQube) Proficiency with containerization and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes Strong computer science fundamentals in hardware integration, algorithms, data structures, networking, memory management, distributed systems, security, app modularization, and databases Experience working alongside a varied group of people Understanding of mobile app and front‑end UI/UX development Preferred Skills / Experience Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field Knowledge and exposure to signal processing and algorithm development Background in cellular and/or wireless communications Familiarity with FPGA programming Experience with database design, SQL, NoSQL, and/or big‑data databases Collaboration and learning enjoyment with a team of researchers Inquisitive mind and passion to develop the best software and hardware solutions in an action‑oriented, self‑motivated, delivery‑focused manner Familiarity with MATLAB, Python, Java Understanding of continuous integration / continuous deployment Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements Ability to manage parallel projects and priorities Design experience developing ATAK or WinTAK plug‑ins Knowledge of cyber compliance policies and implementation requirements Offline storage, threading, and performance tuning Your working location will be fully on‑site, located in State College, PA. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

This position requires periodic travel to remote locations in support of testing as part of a small team of researchers, engineers, and technologists. Minimum Education, Work Experience & Required Certifications • Research and Development Engineer – Advanced Professional: Bachelor’s Degree – Engineering or Science, 5+ years of relevant experience. No certifications required. • Research and Development Engineer – Intermediate Professional: Bachelor’s Degree – Engineering or Science, 2+ years of relevant experience.

No certifications required. • Research and Development Engineer – Professional: Bachelor’s Degree – Engineering or Science. No prior relevant work experience required. No certifications required.

Background Checks / Clearances Employment with the University requires successful completion of background checks in accordance with University policies. All positions at ARL require a government security clearance; you will be notified during the interview process if this position is subject to a government background investigation. U.S. citizenship is required.

Pre‑employment drug screen required. Salary & Benefits The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $76,700.00 – $164,000.00. The proposed salary range may be impacted by geographic differential.

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full‑time employees designed to support personal and professional well‑being. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; robust retirement plans; substantial paid time off (holidays, vacation, sick time); and a generous 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

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