Senior Software Engineer at STR

Melbourne, Florida, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Cybersecurity, National Security, DefenseIndustries

Requirements

  • Ability to obtain a Top Secret (TS) security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
  • 5+ years of experience in relevant software engineering roles
  • Proficient in Python, C, C++, or similar interpreted or low-level programming languages
  • Experienced with designing and implementing open architectures and rapid prototyping methodologies
  • Strong working knowledge of software testing, evaluation best practices, and industry-standard development lifecycles
  • Significant hands-on experience developing software with GNU/Linux toolchains using open-source software
  • Deep understanding of networking principles, including the 5-layer OSI networking stack
  • Strong team player with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Bachelor's (or higher) degree in Computer Science, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related field, with at least 5 years of relevant experience or equivalent expertise

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate closely with a small, dedicated research team to develop innovative solutions to complex problems
  • Take ownership of significant features or components of projects and deliver them with minimal supervision
  • Lead technical discussions, guide architectural decisions, and mentor junior engineers
  • Develop and test novel software solutions spanning research, development, and deployed production systems
  • Analyze and improve existing designs and processes to optimize performance
  • Deliver high-quality software in a rapid-paced, research-focused team environment
  • Develop operational prototypes for experimentation and performance analysis
  • Create customer-facing operational systems, ensuring they meet high reliability and usability standards

Skills

Linux
Networking
Software Engineering
Integration
Testing
Computer Science
Real-time Data Communications
Open 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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