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Principal Software Technical Lead
$135k-158k (estimate)
Full Time | Consumer Goods
1 Week Ago
Draper is Hiring a Principal Software Technical Lead Near Cambridge, MA
OverviewDraper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000 employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.
Job Description SummaryThe Software Engineer (PMTS) develops high performance solutions for resource constrained targets. Develops next-generation resilient and fault tolerant software solutions in the application domains of undersea, terrestrial, air, hypersonics and space. The Engineer is involved in the full software development life cycle.
Draper is seeking a senior-level technical professional to serve as the Software Technical Lead for a multi-disciplinary development program of national importance. The system under development consists of complex precision components, electro-mechanical and electro-optical parts, advanced electronics, and safety-critical embedded software.
The Software Technical Lead will oversee the development, integration, testing, and release of all mission-critical software for the program, which involves embedded flight software, deployment testing and support software.
The software area will be jointly managed by this Lead and dedicated Program Manager. Over the next five years, the software team is expected to grow by approximately 75 full-time employees. Additionally, the development program will involve multiple large-scale test events, and ensure the long-term deployment and upgrades of the system for several decades.
ResponsibilitiesLead the development of multiple software configuration items including secure boot, operating system, flight software applications, and system test applications.
Work with the Program Manager to establish overall development plan and schedules.
Ensure the software team consistently meets all technical requirements and milestones, delivering highly reliable mission-critical software to satisfy program needs.
Establish modern and effective software development processes (e.g., digital engineering, DevSecOps, simulation-based software, verification, and validation) for use across the program.
Duties/ResponsibilitiesJob Description:
ExperienceRequires 10-15 years experience in Software Engineering or related.
Additional Job DescriptionApplicants selected for this position may be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.Connect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration.
Job Location - City:Cambridge
Job Location - State:Massachusetts
Job Location - Postal Code:02139-3563
Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.
Equal Employment OpportunityDraper is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We understand the value of diversity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.
Job Description SummaryThe Software Engineer (PMTS) develops high performance solutions for resource constrained targets. Develops next-generation resilient and fault tolerant software solutions in the application domains of undersea, terrestrial, air, hypersonics and space. The Engineer is involved in the full software development life cycle.
Draper is seeking a senior-level technical professional to serve as the Software Technical Lead for a multi-disciplinary development program of national importance. The system under development consists of complex precision components, electro-mechanical and electro-optical parts, advanced electronics, and safety-critical embedded software.
The Software Technical Lead will oversee the development, integration, testing, and release of all mission-critical software for the program, which involves embedded flight software, deployment testing and support software.
The software area will be jointly managed by this Lead and dedicated Program Manager. Over the next five years, the software team is expected to grow by approximately 75 full-time employees. Additionally, the development program will involve multiple large-scale test events, and ensure the long-term deployment and upgrades of the system for several decades.
ResponsibilitiesLead the development of multiple software configuration items including secure boot, operating system, flight software applications, and system test applications.
Work with the Program Manager to establish overall development plan and schedules.
Ensure the software team consistently meets all technical requirements and milestones, delivering highly reliable mission-critical software to satisfy program needs.
Establish modern and effective software development processes (e.g., digital engineering, DevSecOps, simulation-based software, verification, and validation) for use across the program.
Duties/ResponsibilitiesJob Description:
- Evaluates requirements, proposes solutions, explores design trades to support a design.
- Designs algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques.
- Develops embedded software based on prototype algorithms with supervision.
- Analyzes designs to demonstrate performance and functionality.
- Develops and executes software tests to check compliance with requirements.
- Evaluates results to establish problem causes and develop solutions for inefficient or problems.
- Prepares technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other required documentation.
- Drive solutions to complex problems with limited direction – contribute to requirements development and architecture solution ideation.
- Responsibility for subset of engineering scope.
- Identifies program/system-level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies.
- Actively mentor less experienced engineers.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Excellent development and troubleshooting skills on embedded targets.
- Excellent knowledge of OS coding techniques٫ IP protocols٫ interfaces and hardware subsystems.
- Expertise in software development for real-time systems.
- Mastery of high level development languages (e.g. C/C , Rust)
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of software configuration management tools٫ defect tracking tools٫ and peer review processes.
- Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
- Experience with UML/SysML.
- Experience with in-circuit emulators, JTAG debuggers and laboratory test equipment.
ExperienceRequires 10-15 years experience in Software Engineering or related.
Additional Job DescriptionApplicants selected for this position may be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.Connect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration.
Job Location - City:Cambridge
Job Location - State:Massachusetts
Job Location - Postal Code:02139-3563
Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.
Equal Employment OpportunityDraper is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We understand the value of diversity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Consumer Goods
SALARY
$135k-158k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/21/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/18/2024
WEBSITE
draperinc.com
HEADQUARTERS
SPICELAND, IN
SIZE
500 - 1,000
FOUNDED
1902
TYPE
Private
CEO
CHRIS BROOME
REVENUE
$50M - $200M
INDUSTRY
Consumer Goods
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