
Posted 19 days ago
C++ Software Engineer (DC, NoVA)
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Builds reusable C++20/23 scientific software that solves math and physics problems across domains such as space situational awareness, computer vision, and directed energy modeling.
About this role
Stellar Science is seeking several modern C++20/23 Software Engineers with three or more years of industry experience creating reusable, maintainable code solving challenging math and physics problems. BS (or equivalent experience) required, MS/PhD degree desired. Join our unique, collaborative team to help implement leading-edge scientific software tools in fascinating domains including space situational awareness, computer vision, directed energy, metamaterials, and biothermal modeling.
Experience in any of the following is a plus:
- Additional languages: Java, Python, TypeScript
- Relevant libraries: Boost, Eigen
- Cross-platform development on Linux and Windows
- 3D graphics: OpenSceneGraph, OpenGL, WebGL
- Supercomputing: MPI, OpenMP, threads, GPUs
- User interface development: Qt
- Continuous integration: git, Bitbucket, Jenkins, CMake
- Image processing, imagery analysis, computer vision, computer aided design (CAD)
- Aerospace vehicles, orbital mechanics, electromagnetics, space situational awareness
- Modeling and simulation, including directed energy
- Code sample or C++ evaluation required.
Extremely flexible work schedule & generous benefits.
US Citizenship required + willingness to undergo a background investigation.
Active Security Clearance is a plus.
Positions are in Tysons Corner, VA (Washington DC area) or Albuquerque, NM.
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