Lead Software Architect at STR

Arlington, Virginia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
National Security, Defense, IntelligenceIndustries

Requirements

  • BS, MS, PhD in a related field or equivalent experience (BS with 7+ years, MS with 5+ years, or PhD with 2+ years relevant experience)
  • At least 5+ years’ experience in software development
  • Motivated collaborator who is looking for the opportunity to work with a team of high-end researchers and engineers to develop and deploy novel machine learning solutions for real mission impact
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and with an ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  • Experience with a range of software maturity, experience troubleshooting issues and identifying opportunities for improvement
  • Proficiency with one or more high-level programming languages, like Python
  • Experience with cloud computing platforms
  • Experience with software delivery and containerization: e.g. Docker, Kubernetes
  • Working knowledge of Linux Operating System and shell scripting
  • Relational SQL and NoSQL databases: e.g. Postgres, Cassandra
  • Even Better
  • Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance with CI poly
  • Demonstrated experience with DevSecOps and SAFe Agile
  • Possession of SAFe Agile certification

Responsibilities

  • Join an active, distributed team to create and maintain infrastructure, including data pipeline architecture, algorithm execution, storage, distribution, and access
  • Architect and implement capabilities for integrating component technologies and orchestrating overall workflows
  • Identify and implement opportunities to automate manual processes, optimize data delivery, system performance and scalability
  • Monitor for changes to data or environment that could significantly impact system performance to mitigate issues and maximize system uptime
  • Perform testing to ensure system function and performance

Skills

Software Engineering
Systems Development
Machine Learning
Deep Learning
Statistical Algorithms
Classification
Anomaly Detection
Forecasting
Production Systems

STR

AI solutions for national security challenges

About STR

STR develops AI-driven platforms to tackle national security challenges, primarily for government agencies. Their main product, the STR infokit platform, combines data science, AI algorithms, and DevOps practices to deliver real-time insights and decision support. This platform is adaptable for various uses, including command and control systems and object recognition. STR differentiates itself by focusing on creating resilient systems that integrate artificial and human intelligence, providing clients with a significant decision-making advantage. The company's goal is to enhance safety and security through advanced technology while fostering a culture of diversity and creativity among its employees.

Woburn, MassachusettsHeadquarters
2010Year Founded
$54.9MTotal Funding
GRANTCompany Stage
AI & Machine Learning, DefenseIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Emerging AI defense startups increase competition, threatening STR's market share.
Budget cuts in defense spending may reduce STR's contracts and revenue.
Reliance on government contracts makes STR vulnerable to policy changes.

Differentiation

STR integrates AI with human intelligence for resilient decision-making systems.
The STR infokit platform offers real-time insights for command and control systems.
STR focuses on diverse perspectives to drive innovation in AI solutions.

Upsides

Growing demand for AI-driven cybersecurity solutions boosts STR's market potential.
U.S. Department of Defense invests heavily in collaborative autonomy, benefiting STR.
Increased government funding for AI R&D creates more opportunities for STR.

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