Software Engineer

Summary

Allen Control Systems (ACS) is a cutting-edge defense startup developing autonomous gun turret technology. They are seeking a highly skilled software engineer proficient in C++ or Python to design, develop, and maintain high-performance software applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance software applications using C++
• Optimize and enhance existing software for efficiency, scalability, and reliability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, electrical, computer vision, and software engineers
• Implement best practices in software engineering, including code reviews, unit testing, and documentation
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects and performance issues
• Work with modern development tools, version control systems (Git), and CI/CD pipelines
• Develop algorithms and data structures to solve complex computational problems
• Ensure security and compliance standards are met in software development

Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Strong proficiency in C++ (C++11/14/17/20) and Python
• Experience with multi-threading, concurrency, and performance optimization
• Familiarity with software development methodologies and design patterns
• Knowledge of system programming, memory management, and debugging tools
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and agile development practices
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Professional experience in software development preferred
• Experience with GPU programming (CUDA, OpenCL) or parallel computing
• Knowledge of networking protocols and distributed systems
• Exposure to machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) or scientific computing
• Experience with DevOps tools (Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines)

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Strong proficiency in C++ (C++11/14/17/20) and Python
• Experience with multi-threading, concurrency, and performance optimization
• Familiarity with software development methodologies and design patterns
• Knowledge of system programming, memory management, and debugging tools
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and agile development practices
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Professional experience in software development preferred

Nice to Haves

• Experience with GPU programming (CUDA, OpenCL) or parallel computing
• Knowledge of networking protocols and distributed systems
• Exposure to machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) or scientific computing
• Experience with DevOps tools (Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines)

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• ACS Equity Package
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off