Software Engineer - ATAS - Open Rank with Security Clearance

Company: The Georgia Tech Research Institute
Location: Smyrna
Posted on: April 18, 2024

Job Description:

Overview: The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the nonprofit, applied research division of the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech).Founded in 1934 as the Engineering Experiment Station, GTRI has grown to more than 2,900 employees, supporting eight laboratories in over 20 locations around the country and performing more than $940 million of problem-solving research annually for government and industry.GTRI's renowned researchers combine science, engineering, economics, policy, and technical expertise to solve complex problems for the U.Sfederal government, state, and industryGeorgia Tech's Mission and Values Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human conditionThe Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do: 1Students are our top priority2We strive for excellence3We thrive on diversity4We celebrate collaboration5We champion innovation6We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression7We nurture the wellbeing of our community8We act ethically9We are responsible stewardsOver the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impactProject/Unit Description The GTRI Systems Development Division is looking for Scientists and Engineers specializing in Radar engineeringResponsibilities may include the development of real-time algorithms for Radar operations including but not limited to signal processing, tracking, scheduling, electronic attack, electronic protect, operator displays and controlJob Purpose The Software Engineer designs, develops, and tests software applications and productsAdditionally, the Software Engineer manages software development teams, provides technical leadership, and establishes software development lifecycle practices and processesThe Software Engineer is proficient in programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, C, C++, C#, Ruby, Python, Scala, and GroovyIn this role, the Software Engineer requires extensive knowledge of programming languages, software development, computer operating systems, Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD), DevOps, Application Programming Interface (API) development, container development, and distributed systemsThe Software Engineer also applies engineering principles to software creation, manages production releases of software, performs code reviews, merges feature development branches, and analyzes and triages issuesThe necessary skill areas for the Software Engineer include programming and coding, fundamentals of computer science, software design and architecture development, algorithms and data structures, information analysis, software debugging and testing, and working on development teamsThe Software Engineer also works with sponsors to curate requirements, define sprint work items, set priorities for work backlogs, and organize development teamsKey Responsibilities--- Perform software development, debugging, modification, enhancement, and documentation.--- Design, test, and develop computer software in order to meet program requirements.--- Develop and maintain kernel and user-level software and scripts.--- Contribute to research reports, presentations, white papers, and competitive proposals.--- Create and analyze network protocolsAdditional Responsibilities--- Perform software development, software debugging, software modification / enhancement, and software documentation.--- Develop and maintain kernel and user-level software and scripts.--- Contribute to technical reports and presentationsRequired Minimum Qualifications--- Candidates currently enrolled in an accredited degree program relevant to this position will be consideredThe candidate must have a graduation date of no later than May 2024.--- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.--- The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with modern Radar systems and experience with one or more of C++, C, C#.--- Familiarity with Windows and Linux Operating Systems.--- Make/CMake/Studio (or similar build system).--- GIT and GitLab (or similar version control system).--- Experience implementing an idea as an interface/library/package/etc(vsone-off problems).--- Experience creating and deploying containersPreferred Qualifications--- Active Secret ClearanceTravel Requirements--- Education and Length of Experience This position vacancy is an open-rank announcementThe final job offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment with Research Faculty Extension Professional ranks as outlined in section 3.2.1 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook--- 2 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering.--- 0 years of related experience with a Masters' degree in Computer Science or Electrical EngineeringU.SCitizenship Requirements Due to our research contracts with the U.Sfederal government, candidates for this position must be U.SCitizensClearance Type Required Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearanceBenefits at GTRI Comprehensive information on currently offered GTRI benefits, including Health & Welfare, Retirement Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Time Off, and Professional Development, can be found through this link: https://hr.gatech.edu/benefits Equal Employment Opportunity The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerThe University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for allTo that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or servicesGeorgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activitiesGeorgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissionsThis prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including affiliates, invitees, and guestsFurther, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contractAll members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values, which consists of Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and RespectThese values shape and fundamentally support our university's workAdditionally, all faculty, staff, and administrators must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents and Georgia Institute of Technology's policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic FreedomMore information on these policies can be found here: Board of Regents Policy Manual - University System of Georgia (usg.edu)Posted: 03/18/2024 Closes: 04/30/2024 Back

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