Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Inc.

Software Engineer, Lead

Annapolis Junction, MD, US • Posted 4 hours ago • Updated 4 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

Depends on Experience

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Inc.

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Skills

Software Design
Testing
C++
Java
Python
Algorithms
Quality Control
System Requirements
COTS
Software Development
Debugging
Computer Hardware
Management
Database
Interfaces
System Documentation
Process Improvement
Documentation
Software Development Methodology
Budget
Satellite Communications
RF
IQ
NumPy
MATLAB
Satellite
Mechanics
Estimating
Web Development
RESTful
Data Visualization
Geospatial Analysis
Cloud Computing
Amazon Web Services
Microsoft Azure
Orchestration
Kubernetes
Terraform
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Streaming
Apache Kafka
RabbitMQ
Redis
Signal Processing
Distribution
Insurance

Summary

Job Description

Readiness Delivered. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions develops and fields transformative, affordable technology, platforms, and systems for United States National Security related customers, allies, and commercial enterprises. We proactively build trusted relationships with our peers, partners and customers, and take ownership for our actions-always striving to do the right thing.

Kratos is looking for a Lead Software Engineer to join our team in-person in Annapolos Junction, MD . This position develops, maintains, and enhances complex software systems based on documented requirements. Key responsibilities include leading software development teams to analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements, overseeing the modification or implementation of software to meet those requirements, validating testing and documentation to verify that the software meets requirements, and improving the various software development processes and best practices used on the project.

Experience and Skills

TS/SCI with Full Poly
Design, develop, and modify software in languages such as C++, Java, and Python to implement algorithms and improve system performance, and perform quality control and reviews on the software developed by the team
Analyze user and system requirements, investigate problem areas, and develop solutions by evaluating system flows, data usage, hardware/software tradeoffs (COTs/GOTs), and performance standards
Oversee one or more software development teams and ensure the work is completed in accordance with the constraints of the software development process used on any particular project
Debug and correct software defects, adapt software to new hardware or operating environments, and oversee the integration of major components into existing systems
Develop and execute test procedures, implement database interfaces and queries, and approve software and system documentation for the team
Support process improvement by implementing new documentation and development standards, and serve as a team leader at the level appropriate to the software development process being used
Minimum 14 years experience with BS degree

Preferred Skills and Experience:

Advanced experience with satellite communications concepts including link budgets, modulation/demodulation, and the integration of common satellite communications equipment and operations
Demonstrated expertise in RF signal processing techniques and the analysis of IQ data using tools such as NumPy, SciPy, or MATLAB
Comprehensive understanding of geolocation techniques (TDOA/FDOA), estimation theory, and coordinate reference systems, with the ability to model satellite orbit mechanics and doppler estimation
Experience leading web application development using modern frameworks and RESTful API backends, including complex data visualization for geospatial or signal data display
Proficiency in architecting cloud-native solutions (AWS, Azure, or GovCloud) including orchestration (Kubernetes), infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation), and automated CI/CD pipeline design
Experience designing and implementing message-oriented architectures or streaming data frameworks (Kafka, RabbitMQ, Redis) for high-throughput signal processing and data distribution

Job Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Holidays
Education Reimbursement

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10152085
Position Id: 85347-368017
Posted 4 hours ago

Company Info

About Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Inc.

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. develops and delivers a wide range of products, services and solutions that support government and commercial customers around the world. We specialize in delivering mission-critical systems, advanced technologies and engineering solutions in areas ranging from unmanned solutions to space systems, secure communications, C5ISR, training and more. With offices across the United States and in technology centers around the globe, our people are dedicated to solving complex challenges that demand creative, innovative thinking.

Kratos offers a competitive Benefits package including a 401(k) plan with an employer match and an employee stock purchase program.

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