Associate Software Engineer

We are seeking talented programmers with strong computer science, math, and/or physics backgrounds for complex and challenging projects. As a Software Engineer you will be responsible for writing backend infrastructure and frontend web applications for simulation and optimization software that incorporates probabilistic models of physical systems. Project teams range from 2 to 20 people and include a mix of Research Scientists and Software Engineers. Each team member is involved in the entire problem-solving process, from initial concept through data visualization and analysis, algorithm design, exploratory prototyping, software implementation, demonstration, and deployment. Roles within a team are flexible, giving employees space to contribute to their areas of strength, and to develop new skills. The ideal candidate has experience writing well-designed, maintainable, and extensible code. 

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Math, or related field 
• Java, TypeScript, Python or C++ programming experience 
• Proficiency in object-oriented programming
• Familiarity with full-stack web application development in any frameworks/languages 
• Ability to communicate design concepts and performance metrics clearly 
• US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED; Successful candidates will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information 

• Experience with MongoDB, RabbitMQ, Spring Boot, React, Redux, WebGL and/or OpenGL 
• Experience writing algorithmic code, including complexity analysis, performance optimization, and multithreading 
• Math background including Probability/Statistics, Linear Algebra, Multivariate Calculus 
• Experience designing and implementing user interfaces 

Position Location:  Reston, VA

*The selected individual(s) will be required to work from the Reston, VA office however we are flexible with our relocation timelines.

** Expected Start dates for this role are Spring 2027 and later

Perks and Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 
• Accompanying FSA and HSA options 
• Additional Voluntary Benefits  
• Paid Time Off  
• 9 Observed Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays  
• Paid Parental Leave  
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• Relocation Assistance
• Professional Development Reimbursement 
• Annual Salary Reviews  
• Profit Sharing  
• 401(k) Traditional and Roth Options  
• Gym and Fitness Reimbursement  
• Employee Assistance Program  
• Employee Referral Program 
• Military Leave