Freelance Algorithmic Trading Software Developer Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

ARKA Group L.P. (“ARKA”) is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today.

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Position Overview:

This position is for a Senior Software Algorithm Developer looking for new challenging problems. As an Algorithm Developer, you will support the development of algorithms in a multitude of disciplines from Signal/Image Processing, Space Domain Awareness (SDA), Satellite Communication (SATCOM), and Signals Intelligence (SIGINT). As a technical lead, you will guide a team of developers to see these algorithms from prototype to operations.

We welcome applicants at varying experience levels.

Candidates may be considered for sign on bonuses consistent with skills and experience levels.

In support of work/life balance, many positions are available for a flexible schedule within the pay period.  Ask us about the opportunity for flex scheduling if that’s of interest to you. 

We offer generous relocation benefits for eligible candidates.

This position is an on-site position located in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.  Each ARKA location has wonderful attributes as described below.  

Responsibilities:

As a Sr. Software Algorithm Developer, your responsibilities include:

• Leading a small software development team consisting of researchers, software algorithm developers, and full-stack/cloud-native developers to implement a multitude of algorithms which solve a broad set of challenges for our various customers and their domains
• Applying knowledge of data structures and algorithms to create efficient solutions to our customers’ needs
• Using cloud services to deploy software solutions
• Reviewing relevant publications to understand and apply cutting edge concepts to defense and commercial applications
• Writing technical documentation supporting code, program capabilities, and user-guides

Required Qualifications:

• BS in computer science, computer engineering, mathematics, physics, or any other relevant STEM fields
• Experience leading an interdisciplinary team of researchers and software developers
• Effective communicator with the ability to write and present technical reports
• Experience with any of the following languages: Python, C/C++, Java, or Rust
• Experience developing algorithms in any one or more of the following domains: Signal/Image Processing, Space Domain Awareness (SDA), Satellite Communication (SATCOM), and Signals Intelligence (SIGINT)
• 5+ years of software development experience preferably developing algorithms for high performance computing
• An Active TS/SCI Clearance
• Willingness to obtain a Counter Intelligence (CI) polygraph if required in support of our customer

Preferred Qualifications:

• MS or PhD in computer science, computer engineering, mathematics, physics, or any other relevant STEM fields
• Experience with Linux
• Familiarity with using AWS cloud computing resources such as EC2, S3, Lambda, etc.
• Experience with any of the following additional languages: C#, Go, or R
• Experience with popular computational libraries: OpenCV, Boost, Eigen, Dlib, etc.
• Experience with source code version control systems
• Experience implementing algorithms on the GPU in Python or C++ using CUDA and other CUDA libraries
• Experience in application deployment, virtualization, and containerization
• Experience working with various Remote Sensing datasets (e.g. EO/OPIR/SAR images, passive RF, etc.)
• Experience developing modeling and simulation environments or developing OpenAI Gym environments for Reinforcement Learning problems

Location:

Situated less than an hour outside of Philadelphia and hosting the largest mall on the east coast, King of Prussia offers the urban feel sought in the city, while also giving opportunities to experience the beauty and history found only in Pennsylvania.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
• 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
• 13 paid holidays
• Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs
• Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
• Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
• 4 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

EHS/Environmental Requirements:

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 40 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:
This position requires an active TS/SCI U.S. Government security clearance.

Visa Restrictions:

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Pre-employment Screenings:

Employment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check, and drug screen.