Software Engineer

Background:

We are seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer with extensive experience in software design, development, integration, testing, and analysis to support the development of network protocols for tactical systems. This role requires a motivated individual who thrives in a rapid-prototyping environment with fast design-debug cycles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, integrate, and test software solutions for tactical network protocols.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze requirements and deliver high-quality software.
• Utilize C, C++ and Python as primary development languages, with the ability to quickly adapt to other scripting languages as needed.
• Apply expertise in IP routing protocols, multicast, and socket programming to develop robust solutions.
• Work in a native Linux environment, including Linux kernel networking, OS networking configuration, and Linux Containers (e.g., Docker, CORE).
• Proactively engage with team members to understand and resolve challenges and make collaborative decisions.
• Work with the Dynamic Link Exchange Protocol (DLEP) and routing protocols (OSPF, BGP)
• Apply basic knowledge of routing protocols and ability to debug routing tables

Preferred Qualification:

• Experience in network modeling, emulation, and protocol design.
• Proficiency in network performance monitoring and optimization.
• Familiarity with radio communications concepts, including software-defined radios, MAC protocols, physical layer, and RF systems.
• Experience in military or DoD wireless communications systems.