Principal Software Engineer - SnapDragon AI Systems Architect

Leonardo DRS is a company that develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for military applications. They are seeking a highly experienced Software Engineer to support the development of advanced image processing algorithms and AI solutions on embedded platforms.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the architecture, design and development of AI-enabled embedded systems integrating hardware, software and algorithms
• Participate and support hardware team with board design reviews
• Define and document system and software architecture including communication interfaces and integration with hardware
• Implement, debug, and optimize applications on Qualcomm Snapdragon processors
• Develop and maintain software in C/C++ on Ubuntu 22.xx (or equivalent Linux environment)
• Leverage Python for prototyping, data processing, and AI workflows
• Collaborate within an Agile development team, participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives
• Utilize industry-standard tools such as Git, JIRA, and Confluence for version control, project tracking, and documentation
• Perform code reviews, technical documentation, and knowledge sharing within the team
• Communicate project progress, challenges, and solutions effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Contribute to a collaborative team culture by demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and supporting team success

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) with 9+ years of relevant hardware and software development experience, OR Master's degree in STEM with 7+ years of related professional/military experience that includes a background in hardware and software development
• Hands-on experience with hardware board bring-up and in software development life cycle (SDLC)
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and collaborative development practices
• 3–4 years of experience developing and optimizing image processing algorithms (OpenCV or equivalent)
• 1–2 years of working experience on Qualcomm Snapdragon 9075 chipset processors
• Proficiency in C/C++ development in Ubuntu/Linux environments
• Working knowledge of Python for AI and automation workflows
• Proficiency with JIRA, Confluence, Git, and related tools
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment with strong interpersonal skills
• U.S. Citizenship required
• This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment
• Experience leading system-level architecture reviews and design documentation
• Familiarity with deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch
• Knowledge of embedded systems development and real-time optimization
• Strong problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills