Staff / Sr Staff Numerical Algorithm Software Engineer
AI summary of the role
Lead the research, development, and maturation of advanced numerical algorithms for remote sensing data exploitation across multi-modal sensor systems.
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What you’ll do
- Lead research, development, and maturation of advanced numerical algorithms for remote sensing data exploitation across multi-modal sensor systems (EO/IR, SAR, RF)
- Design, implement, and optimize high-performance algorithms in Python and C++ for scalability and operational robustness
- Architect end-to-end signal processing, image processing, and data exploitation pipelines from prototype to production
- Define and execute quantitative performance assessments including error characterization and validation against real-world data
What you’ll bring
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Applied Mathematics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
- 2+ years experience developing numerical algorithms for signal processing, image processing, or sensor data exploitation
- Demonstrated expertise in algorithm development in Python and C++
- Strong foundation in numerical methods, linear algebra, probability/statistics, and optimization
Technologies
Python · C++ · Linux · EO/IR · SAR · RF · GPU acceleration · Docker · Kubernetes · CI/CD
About SciTec
Develops remote-sensing algorithms and big-data exploitation software for DoD missile warning, missile defense, ISR, and space domain awareness missions.
Acquired · 200–500 people
Source and classification
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considered. SciTec has immediate opportunities for talented software & algorithm developers and engineers to support programs focusing on low-latency data processing, fusion, and tracking algorithms for exploitation of remote sensing systems. Our ideal candidate will work well in multiple software languages as part of a rapid pace, collaborative, small-team environment consisting of Scientists, Engineers, and Developers and be able to prototype and develop advanced algorithms leading to eventual integration in C++ on Linux operating systems as part of government frameworks. Responsibilities Lead the research, development, and maturation of advanced numerical algorithms for remote sensing data exploitation across multi-modal sensor systems (e.g., EO/IR, SAR, RF) Design, implement, and optimize high-performance algorithms in Python and C++, with a focus on scalability, efficiency, and
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Description SciTec, a wholly owned subsidiary of Firefly Aerospace, is a dynamic non-traditional defense contractor that delivers advanced technologies in support of U.S. National Security and Defense. For the past forty-five plus years, we have supported Department of Defense customers by developing innovative remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques to deliver world-class data exploitation capabilities supporting missile defense; intelligence, surveillance, & reconnaissance; space domain awareness; and aircraft survivability missions. Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. SciTec cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of employee work visas of any type. Further, U.S. citizenship is a requirement to obtain and keep a security clearance. Applicants that do not meet these requirements will not be considered. SciTec has immediate opportunities for talented software & algorithm developers and engineers to support programs focusing on low-latency data processing, fusion, and tracking algorithms for exploitation of remote sensing systems. Our ideal candidate will work well in multiple software languages as part of a rapid pace, collaborative, small-team environment consisting of Scientists, Engineers, and Developers and be able to prototype and develop advanced algorithms leading to eventual i [... source excerpt omitted ...] y, and operational robustness in mission environments Architect and develop end-to-end signal processing, image processing, and data exploitation pipelines from prototype through production deployment Advance modeling, simulation, and machine learning toolchains, including development of reusable frameworks and infrastructure to support algorithm evaluation and integration Define and execute quantitative performance assessments of algorithms and sensor systems, including error characterization, sensitivity analysis, and validation against real-world data Collaborate cross-functionally with software engineers, system architects, and mission stakeholders to integrate algorithms i [... source excerpt omitted ...] development teams, including mentoring junior engineers, driving best practices, and contributing to shared codebases and tools Support proposal efforts, technical roadmaps, and customer engagements by articulating algorithmic approaches and differentiators Ensure compliance with mission assurance, security, and software quality standards applicable to DoD environments Other duties as assigned Requirements Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Applied Mathematics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field 2+ years of experience developing numerical algorithms for signal processing, image processing, or sensor data exploitation Demonstrated e
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