Automated Test Equipment (ATE) Software Engineer

Sonalysts, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and forward-thinking Software Engineer to join our team and architect the next generation of mission-critical systems. A prospective candidate will not just be writing code; but also designing scalable, extensible, and robust solutions that will meet evolving challenges for years to come. We’re looking for a problem solver who has a passion for tackling complex problems, exploring new technologies, and shaping the technical direction of our projects. We want someone who is proactive and has a self-directed attitude, with a willingness to take ownership of your work and drive projects to completion.

Here, your work will directly impact our nation’s security.

What you will be doing:

In this role, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and subject matter experts to conduct research, design, development, test and evaluation of electronics / electromagnetic systems with a focus on Automated Test Equipment (ATE) controls.  General responsibilities include:

• Architect & Design: Lead the design and development of key software components such as hardware abstraction layers, prioritizing scalability, maintainability, and security. You'll be instrumental in defining the architecture of our systems, ensuring they can adapt to changing requirements and integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure.
• Own the Lifecycle: Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and design to implementation, testing, and deployment.
• Tech-Agnostic Explorer: Work with a variety of technologies and frameworks, and a willingness to learn new ones. Use analytical and problem-solving skills to develop software using modern programming languages and technologies.

What’s in it for you?

• Working on challenging and innovative projects in a professional and supportive setting.
• Opportunities to expand your experiences, working with other communities and professionals on a broad range of projects.
• Salary ranges between $90,000-$125,000, dependent on experience, qualifications and other relevant business criteria.
• Becoming an integral part of an innovative employee-owned company which includes:
• Flexible Time Program enabling an optimal work-life balance by permitting partners to arrange their work around personal appointments, parent-teacher conferences, children’s activities and the like, so long as the partner gets the job done on-time
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan with company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Sales Bonus Program
• Special Performance and Retention Bonus Program
• Health and Preventive Dental Insurance
• Dependent Care Assistance Plan
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Professional Development through Tuition Reimbursement Program, Online Training Program and Targeted Skills Program
• Relocation Assistance

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical degree
• 3+ years of recent software application development experience
• Experience with C/C++ or similar strongly typed object-oriented language (e.g., .NET C#, Java, Rust)
• Must be a U.S. citizen, eligible for U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) SECRET security clearance*

Desired, but not required, qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Computer Science or Systems Engineering
• Expertise with ATE design and development
• Experience with NI TestStand, LabVIEW, and/or LabWindows/CVI
• Experience in and/or knowledge of:
  • Multiple development languages such as C++, Java, Typescript, and Python
  • Asynchronous programming and general multi-threaded applications
  • Unit and integration testing
  • Secure coding and application hardening
  • Security+ or similar certifications
  • Object oriented design and UML tools; Model-Based Systems Engineering

• Experience in design, development, and/or testing of embedded systems including Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGAs) and associated firmware such as Very High-Speed Integrated Circuit (VHSIC) Hardware Description Language (VHDL)
• Expertise in testing US Navy torpedo systems, especially the MK 48 Heavyweight Torpedo
• Expertise with antenna, Radio Frequency (RF), and/or Electronic Warfare (EW) system design and development
• Expertise with Electro-Optics, Infrared (IR), and/or mmWave radar design and development
• Experience working in CMMI Level 3 environment and/or Department of Defense (DoD) engineering processes
• Experience collaborating with Government agencies on development projects
• Possessing an active U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) SECRET security clearance*

*Obtaining a U.S. Government security clearance involves a comprehensive background check.  Candidates are eligible for a clearance if they have demonstrated sound financial management (including good credit) over time, are free of criminal records, have limited foreign contacts or ties, and other factors indicative of a position of trust to protect information sensitive to the U.S. Government.

Sonalysts, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, disability, or other basis protected by law.

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