Senior Software Engineering

Overview:Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. Draper is looking for a highly skilled senior software engineer to join the Mission Software Architectures and Applications group. The Senior Mission Critical Software Engineer develops high performance solutions for resource constrained targets. They design and develop next-generation resilient, fault tolerant, real-time, highly reliable software solutions in the application domains of undersea, terrestrial, air, hypersonics and space. The Engineer is well-versed in the full mission-critical software development life cycle, from architecture conceptualization, requirements analysis, design and documentation through development, testing and release. They work on developing and debugging embedded software as well as executing software and system-level tests in various engineering environments, including complex software-in-the-loop simulations and real-time hardware-in-the-loop environments. The candidate will be expected to follow and push for continuous improvement of software development best practices on complex projects. They will also be expected to provide mentorship to more junior software engineers.Develops embedded software based on prototype algorithms with supervision.• Analyzes designs to demonstrate performance and functionality.• Develops and executes software tests to check compliance with requirements. • Prepares technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other required documentation. • Communicates with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements and describe the design and deliverables.• Identify program/system-level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies for them. • Excellent knowledge of OS coding techniques٫ IP protocols٫ interfaces and hardware subsystems.• Expertise in software development for real-time systems.• Mastery of high level development languages (e.g. C/C++, Rust)• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.• Knowledge of software configuration management tools٫ defect tracking tools٫ and peer review processes.• Experience with in-circuit emulators, JTAG debuggers and laboratory test equipment.EducationRequires a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.ExperienceRequires 5-10 years experience in Software Engineering or related.Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Active Secret clearance is preferred.Job Location - City:CambridgeJob Location - State:MassachusettsJob Location - Postal Code:02139-3563The US base salary range for this full-time position is$82,300.00 - $220,000.00Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role.Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. SummaryLocation: Cambridge, MAType: Full time