Overnight Defense Contractor Software Engineer Jobs in Virginia

Position: Senior CUDA|C++ Software Engineer
Location: Arlington, VA
Clearance: TS/SCI
Grey Matters Defense Solutions, LLC is a specialized firm in software development, data analytics algorithms, and advanced remote sensing technologies, tailored to meet the complex demands of defense and intelligence sectors. Staffed by a diverse range of professionals-from senior-level experts from organizations like the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), and the U.S. Armed Forces, to recent graduates and military recruits. By integrating the skills of subject matter experts, analysts, software engineers, and data scientists, Grey Matters Defense Solutions, LLC delivers unique artificial intelligence algorithms and applications, positioning itself as a leader in innovative solutions for defense and intelligence.
Summary
The Senior CUDA/C++ Software Engineer designs, develops, and optimizes high-performance GPU-accelerated software solutions supporting advanced signal processing, RF exploitation, and SIGINT mission applications. This position focuses on building scalable, production-quality software using C++, CUDA, and NVIDIA GPU technologies to process large volumes of data in real-time or near-real-time environments.
The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in modern C++ development, GPU architecture, CUDA optimization, and high-performance computing (HPC). Experience with DSP, RF signal processing, and SIGINT applications is highly desirable.
Minimum Qualifications
8+ years of professional software engineering experience. 5+ years of experience developing high-performance applications in C++. 3+ years of hands-on CUDA development experience in production environments. Experience optimizing applications for throughput, latency, memory utilization, and scalability. Experience developing software on Linux platforms.
CUDA and GPU Software Computing
Design, develop, and maintain GPU-accelerated applications using CUDA and modern C++. Develop custom CUDA kernels optimized for performance, scalability, and maintainability. Implement efficient memory management strategies utilizing shared memory, pinned memory, unified memory, and asynchronous transfers. Optimize GPU utilization through concurrency, streams, kernel fusion, and multi-GPU processing techniques. Integrate GPU-accelerated capabilities into larger software systems and mission applications.
High Performance Computing
Analyze and optimize application performance across CPU and GPU architectures. Profile applications using NVIDIA Nsight and related performance analysis tools. Identify and resolve bottlenecks related to memory bandwidth, kernel execution, synchronization, and data movement. Develop benchmark frameworks and performance regression testing capabilities.
Software Engineering
Develop clean, maintainable, and well-documented code using modern C++ standards. Participate in software architecture, design reviews, and code reviews. Build automated unit, integration, and performance testing frameworks. Support CI/CD pipelines and automated build environments. Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver mission-critical software capabilities.
Education
Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a related STEM discipline.
Technical Skills
C++17/20 CUDA
Python
Linux Development Git
CUDA Kernel Development NVIDIA GPU Architecture CUDA Streams and Concurrency Memory Optimization
Multi-GPU Processing Nsight Profiling cuFFT
cuBLAS
Object-Oriented Design Design Patterns
Unit Testing CI/CD
Performance Benchmarking Software Architecture Digital Signal Processing RF Systems
IQ Data Processing SIGINT Applications
High-Performance Computing
Grey Matters Defense Solutions, LLC provides transformational leadership, building aware-winning teams and products. Grey Matters Defense Solutions' most valuable assets are the more than 60 + employees. Our employees have a depth of analytical knowledge which provides them with a deep understanding of managing and delivering products within government systems.
Salary Range: $140,000 - $190,000 + additional 25% of Salary into SEP and 25% into IBA
Grey Matters Defense Solutions, LLC offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term, long-term disability, and voluntary benefits such as accident, hospital indemnity, and wellness benefits.
Additional Benefits:

• 25% (of salary) employer contribution distributed monthly to your SEP IRA
• Individual Benefit Account 25% (of salary to pay for medical insurance premiums and funded time off)
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health savings account
• Referral program

Visit us at Grey Matters Defense Solutions
https://www.linkedin.com/company/grey-matters-defense-solutions/
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Grey Matters Defense Solutions, LLC participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Grey Matters Defense Solutions, LLC complies with the Colorado Artificial Intelligence Act (CAIA) and maintains policies, controls, and oversight practices designed to mitigate algorithmic discrimination, promote transparency, and ensure responsible use of AI systems in accordance with Colorado law.