Senior Mission Software Engineer at STR

San Diego, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

DefenseIndustries

Requirements

U.S. citizenship (required to obtain a security clearance)
BS in Computer Science or related technical field with at least 5 years of work experience
Demonstrated expertise in Java
Experience designing, building, testing, debugging, and maintaining a large codebase
Experience with object-oriented programming principles
Experience with service oriented architectures or micro-service architectures
Experience with containerization/orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
Experience with Agile software lifecycle methodologies and tools, such as JIRA and SonarQube
Experience with DevOps or CI/CD tools such as Gitlab
Experience with test-driven development methodologies
Demonstrated ability to adopt new languages, libraries, and technologies
Organized, detail-oriented, and able to work both independently and collaboratively
Demonstrated experience as an effective communicator to both technical and non-technical audiences
Even Better
Active Security Clearance at the Secret level
Experience within the Department of Defense
Advanced Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical field
Located near STR office in Carlsbad, CA or near Honolulu, HI

Responsibilities

System Integration: Writing code that integrates various components into a single, cohesive system
Customer Collaboration: Working closely with end-users and customers (typically military or Government operators) to understand their requirements and translate them into software features
Deployment and Field Testing: Traveling to integration sites to build, test, and deploy software in real-world, operational environments
Triage and Debugging: Identifying and resolving software and system failures during integration

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AgileDevSecOpsSystem IntegrationSoftware DeploymentField TestingCustomer Collaboration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is remote work allowed for this position?

This role offers a flexible, hybrid environment where you can work remotely when the work does not require use of STR’s or the customer’s facilities.

What are the key required skills for this role?

The position requires demonstrated expertise in Java, experience with object-oriented programming principles, service-oriented or micro-service architectures, containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes, Agile methodologies with tools like JIRA and SonarQube, DevOps/CI/CD tools such as Gitlab, and test-driven development.

What is the salary range for this Senior Mission Software Engineer position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the team structure like in the Mission Applications Group?

The MA team consists of DevSecOps Engineers, Mission Software Engineers, Product Managers, and Program Managers who matrix with scientists and engineering staff from various STR R&D groups to form dedicated product teams focused on operational transition of software technologies.

What education and experience are required to apply?

Candidates need a BS in Computer Science or related technical field with at least 5 years of work experience, plus U.S. citizenship to obtain a security clearance.

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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