Description :Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is actively seeking a highly qualified Staff Software Engineer for software development for the Intelligence and Defense communities. The candidate applies advanced knowledge in the areas of engineering, computer science, and information technology for the technical design, development, and implementation of complex programming projects. Gives technical direction to lower-level programmers. Typical assignments are complex and require the use of initiative and independent judgment. Develops solutions unique to client needs. May function as Project Leader, which involves interfacing with clients. Possesses sufficient writing skills to prepare and generate technical reports and other documentation pertinent to the position.Software Engineers who are passionate about applying his or her expertise to solve problems of national importance, then we have the job you are looking for! You will be able to achieve your personal and professional goals in a stable environment that emphasizes and rewards the entrepreneurial spirit.Staff Software Engineer Required Qualifications:
U.S. Citizenship required
Active Secret security clearance
BS in Computer Science / Mathematics / Physics / Engineering or related along with 5-7 years of experience OR AS with 7-9 years of relevant professional experience OR 11-13 years of related experience in lieu of a degree
Strong foundation in software development and experience with Python, Java, and/or C++
Demonstrated experience going from problem statement to prototype to production-ready algorithms
Team player with excellent presentation and written/oral communication skills
Staff Software Engineer Desirable Qualifications:
Experience in cloud-based, parallel, or distributed computing
Familiarity with software design patterns and modern C++
Ability and desire to quickly learn new domains
Experience working on intelligence and DoD programs
Who is ARA?Applied Research Associates, Inc. (aka ARA) is an employee-owned international research and engineering company. We have been providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences since 1979. ARA has over 2,112 employee owners and continues to grow rapidly. Together, our offices throughout the U.S. and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense, civil, and health technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement.ARA also prides itself, on having a challenging culture where innovation & experimentation are the norm. The motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience. Employee ownership ensures you have a voice with what happens in the company. We are also very proud of our Women’s Initiative Network (WIN), whose purpose is to motivate, support, and encourage professional career development for women to maximize career and professional accomplishments.To find out more about what the Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance Division has to offer, visit our website at:Education : BachelorsExperience : 3 years: Demonstrated technical algorithm development experience 5 years: Relevant work experience (i.e., including thesis, published research, and industry experience)
