Senior Numerical Algorithm Software Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead the research, development, and maturation of advanced numerical algorithms for radar signal and data exploitation, including detection, tracking, estimation, clutter suppression, and processing for modernized radar architectures.
• Design, implement, and optimize high‑performance radar tracking algorithms in Python and C++, with emphasis on scalability, latency reduction, and robustness for operational radar missions.
• Develop and tune Kalman filtering, tracking, and data exploitation algorithms in Python and C++
• Develop and optimize Resource Management algorithms based on mission requirements
• Architect and develop end‑to‑end radar processing pipelines, from raw I/Q ingest through DSP chains, feature extraction, tracking, and production deployment in mission environments.
• Advance radar modeling, simulation, and algorithm‑evaluation toolchains, including reusable frameworks that support rapid prototyping, validation, and integration of new radar capabilities.
• Define and execute quantitative radar‑performance assessments including detection metrics, tracking accuracy, false‑alarm characterization, sensitivity studies, and validation using real radar data.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with software engineers, system architects, RF engineers, and mission stakeholders to integrate algorithms into operational radar systems and ensure mission alignment.
• Provide technical leadership within Agile development teams, mentor junior engineers, drive radar‑focused best practices, and contribute to shared DSP and algorithm codebases.
• Support proposal efforts, technical roadmaps, and customer engagements by clearly articulating radar algorithmic approaches, performance advantages, and modernization benefits.
• Ensure compliance with mission assurance, cybersecurity, and software‑quality standards relevant to DoD radar programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Applied Mathematics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
• 8+ years of experience developing numerical algorithms for radar signal processing or related sensor‑processing applications
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing algorithms in Python and C++
• Strong foundation in numerical methods, linear algebra, probability/statistics, and optimization techniques
• Experience working with real radar data (e.g., I/Q samples, pulse‑compressed data, tracking data, or radar simulations)
• Proven ability to evaluate algorithm performance, including error analysis, validation, and benchmarking
• Experience working in Linux-based development environments and modern software development practices (version control, testing, CI/CD)
• Ability to work effectively in Agile or iterative development environments
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders
• U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (active clearance preferred)

Candidates who have any of the following skills will be preferred

• PhD in Applied Mathematics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field
• Experience with advanced radar DSP techniques (e.g., CFAR, MTI/MTD, beamforming, calibration, Doppler processing, tracking filters, estimation algorithms, inverse problems)
• Familiarity with machine‑learning methods applied to radar data (e.g., classification, anomaly detection, deep learning‑based radar feature extraction)
• Experience optimizing radar algorithms for performance (parallel computing, GPU acceleration, vectorization, memory optimization)
• Knowledge of DoD radar mission systems, radar phenomenology, or ground‑/air‑based radar architectures
• Experience transitioning radar algorithms from prototype to production in operational radar environments
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with radar modeling and simulation environments supporting system development
• Prior experience leading technical efforts or mentoring junior engineers
• Active DoD security clearance

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Benefits

SciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• 4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match
• 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
• 80% company paid Dental insurance
• 100% company paid Vision insurance
• 100% company paid Life insurance
• 100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
• 100% company paid Hospital Indemnity insurance
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness insurance
• Short-term Disability insurance
• Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
• Discretionary Performance Bonus
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay
• Flexible Work Hours

The pay range for this position is $156,000 - $193,000 / year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation. SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. VETS/Disabled.