Software Engineer

As a Software Engineer at Espy, you will join a lean, agile team building state-of-the-art systems that deliver critical signals intelligence to government agencies. You will collaborate cross-functionally to design, enhance, and maintain a high-performance Linux C++ software architecture for a product that captures high-bandwidth RF signal data and streams it to long-term digital storage. Additionally, you will implement innovative DSP and visualization algorithms, leverage cutting-edge computing hardware, and integrate machine learning to help customers navigate complex signal environments.

Core Responsibilities :

• Architecture & Development: Design, build, and test high-performance C++ software within a Linux environment across general-purpose and embedded platforms.

• Hardware Integration: Partner closely with hardware engineers to integrate software with physical components, ensuring strict alignment with system requirements.

• Automation & Scripting: Implement, evaluate, and test automation scripts and tools using Python.

• Feature Prioritization: Coordinate with the engineering team, field support, and customers to map out and prioritize new features and critical bug fixes.

• Global Deployment: Provide hands-on testing and deployment support to ensure mission success for our global customer base.

• Technical Ownership: Overcome technical obstacles independently using sound judgment, cross-functional collaboration, and technical leadership.

Required Qualifications :

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering , Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical field.

• Experience: 10+ years of professional experience designing and implementing software systems using C++ in a Linux environment.

• Networking & Scripting: Proficiency with high-performance TCP/UDP network communications, alongside strong scripting skills in Bash and Python.

• Signal Processing: Working knowledge of applied digital signal processing (DSP), including filtering, data transforms, multi-dimensional signal processing, and data visualization.

• Core Competencies: Exceptional problem-solving skills, strong verbal/written communication across all organizational levels, and a proven track record of managing tasks under tight schedules.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Hardware & Data: Experience with signal acquisition hardware ( SDRs , digitizers, VITA-49) and high-accuracy timing services (GPS, NTP).

• Advanced Tech: Familiarity with Machine Learning, Computer Vision, CUDA, or embedded architectures (ARM, FPGA).

• Infrastructure & Tools: Experience with Docker/containerization, databases (MongoDB), modern web stacks ( Type Script, Node.js, React), and management tools (Git, Jira).

• Logistics & Clearance: Willingness to travel 2-3 times per year and eligibility for a TS/SCI security clearance.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Characteristics described here are representative of those an incumbent will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job . Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts requiring safety precautions typical of office work

• Work area is adequately lit , heated and ventilated.