Overview
Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the crossโfertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation.
Job Description Summary
The Software Engineer (SMTS) works on missionโoriented projects that span from selfโdriving cars and unmanned vehicles to medical applications and battlefield situational awareness systems. Software engineers work on multiple projects in an Agile environment, converting customer requirements into functional, scalable software solutions. As part of the Software Engineering Team, developers will build out software solutions and see a project through from the design and requirements stage all the way to testing and deployment in the field.
Duties / Responsibilities
- Independently execute task assignments.
- Design algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques, and adhere to software best practices.
- Analyze designs to demonstrate performance and functionality.
- Develop and execute software tests to check compliance with requirements.
- Prepare technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other required documentation.
- Communicate with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements and describe design and deliverables.
- Drive solutions to complex problems, actively participate in requirements development, propose ways forward, and adapt appropriately to changes in requirements.
- Contribute to system architecture decisions and lead the architecture of subโsystems.
- Provide insight and suggest adaptations or modifications to processes and/or applications based on quantitative data or results.
- Identify project technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies.
- Actively mentor less experienced staff and provide thoughtful, constructive feedback.
- Lead a small team of software developers on projects.
Skills / Abilities
- Curiosityโdriven approach to solving complex, customerโdriven problems as part of a multiโdisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated ability to learn new programming languages and technologies quickly.
- Collaborate and communicate effectively and openly with multiโdisciplinary program team members, program leadership, and nonโtechnical personnel.
- A team player able to work in a fastโpaced environment with the ability to balance multiple competing tasks and demands.
Education
Requires a bachelorโs degree in Computer Science or a related field. A masterโs degree is preferred.
Experience
5โ10 years of experience in Software Engineering or a related field.
Security Clearance
Applicants must obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Secret Clearance is required.
Location
Clearfield, Utah 84015
Compensation
The US base salary range for this fullโtime position is $82,300.00 โ $220,000.00, based on role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including jobโrelated skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.