Sr. Principal Algorithms Software Engineer - Boulder, CO
Job Description
Job Description
Davidson is distinguished in the aerospace and missile defense industry, in part, because of its excellence in hiring exceptional experts, engineers and software developers dedicated to delivering advanced, intelligent technology solutions in defense of our nation.
Davidson is seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Algorithms Engineer in Boulder, Colorado.
As a Principal / Senior Principal Algorithms Software Engineer on the BOA/ESL Team, you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, documenting, and debugging software and complex mathematical algorithms. This fast-paced and cutting-edge research and development environment will rely on your familiarity with modern software practices. You are expected to communicate technical information effectively and clearly, and present technical approaches and findings. Our team of motivated technical talent works closely with the end user (and each other) to ensure the direct mission applicability of developed products.
Job Responsibilities:
- Breadth and depth in the application of mathematics to perform data analysis and algorithm development for missile tracking applications.
- Development and performance analysis of tracking and state estimation algorithms.
- Tool and prototype development using Modern C++ and Python.
- Algorithm defect tracking and resolution.
- Technical Documentation as required.
- Work in cross-discipline teams and communicate clearly across various levels of engineers.
Seeking candidates who find satisfaction in working on challenging and diverse assignments in collaborative settings across all levels.
Job Requirements:
- Principal Algorithm Software Engineer (Level 3): Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience, or a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years experience, or a PhD and 1 year of experience.
- Sr. Principal Algorithm Software Engineer (Level 4): Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 8 years of related experience, or a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 6 years experience, or a PhD and 4 year of experience.
- Applicants must have a minimum of 1 year of software development experience with Python and/or C++.
- Applicants must have Linux experience and working knowledge of common utilities like grep, awk, cat head, etc.
- Experience developing, analyzing, testing, and implementing extendable / reusable algorithms.
- Applicants must have algorithm design and state estimation experience.
- Experience with data analysis - Population statistics and trend identification.
- The ability to bridge between theoretical concepts and practical implementation.
- Ability and willingness to travel up-to 10% to support business needs.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong statistical background and skills.
- Experience in tracking and prediction algorithms, simulation, and validation.
- Experience with multiple hypothesis tracking.
- Experience in the numerical implementation of motion filters.
Clearance:
- Active DoD clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance
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