Remote Senior Software Engineer Contract Jobs in Alabama

Description

The Eikon Research team is expanding. We are currently seeking a Radar simulation Software Engineer for an onsite/hybrid role to develop and integrate new features into our suite of radar simulation tools. New features may include performance improvements, new models (radar subsystems, atmospheric, or other systems), etc.  

The successful candidate will be a self-starter and able to author software designs / requirements and translate them into clear, well-documented, correct code. A strong understanding of radar engineering / analysis, MATLAB programming, and modern C++ programming is required.

The candidate will lead and provide customer interfacing to include a Prime contractor and represent virtual meetings and a mixture of development at Eikon (at home or remote) and remote software development.

Position Description

The radar software engineering space is vast, so not all of these will apply:

• Develop / port software implementations of radar algorithms, from low-level radar signal processing to high-level tracking algorithms. Implementation targets may include virtual machines, desktops, servers, etc. on x86-64 platforms.
• Develop new functionalities and software modules using the existing:

1. Distributed message frameworks and message passing architectures
2. Parallel processing frameworks and design patterns

• Develop unit and integration tests for new and existing codebases
• Develop documentation in-code and in PowerPoint / Word for use in product documentation
• Participate in Agile development practices including daily standups and sprint planning / reviews
• Utilize tools such as Git, GitLab, Agentic coding tools and Jira
• Flexibility to assist with other projects at Eikon as needed. This may include development in other languages (C++/C, MATLAB), participation in software architecture design discussions, documentation, code testing, code reviews, etc.

Requirements

Minimum Candidate Requirements

Candidate must have Bachelor's Degree in computer science or engineering-related field or 5+ years additional experience in lieu of a degree.

Candidate must be US Citizen

Candidate must have active DoD Secret Clearance, or ability to obtain DoD Secret Clearance

Candidate must have 3+ years experience with the following:

• C++11 or later, CMake and GCC for ARM and x86-64 targets
• Radar, signal processing, or electrical engineering
• Version Control Experience (Git/GitLab) 
• Working in a group or in an individual capacity

About Eikon Research Inc.

Eikon Research Inc. (Eikon) maintains an outstanding work environment that includes competitive compensation, outstanding benefits, and challenging work assignments with opportunities for advancement/career growth. To be considered for employment opportunities you must complete an online application.

Our Mission

We deliver meaningful value to our shareholders, people, partners and customers.

Our Values

We are open, honest, and trustworthy

We respect all beliefs and perspectives

We work together as one team

We are committed to excellence in all that we do

We are responsible and accountable for our actions

Our Vision

Our people thrive, prosper and are self-sustaining. We inspire and hold each other up through meaningful connections to our land, ocean, traditions and heritage.

EEO Statement

Eikon is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or protected veteran status. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

For further information on our equal opportunity protections as part of the employment process:

http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf

Shareholder Hire

Eikon accords a hiring preference to qualified shareholders of its parent corporation, Shee Atika Incorporated, an Alaska Native corporation, in accordance with and in implementation of applicable law, including without limitation 43 U.S.C. 1626(g).

Accessibility

Eikon is committed to expanding access to employment for people with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, and your disability prevents you from applying, please advise what reasonable accommodation Eikon can provide to assist you in applying for one of our open positions. You may contact us by sending an email to sgs-hr@sheeatikagov.com

Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation for applying for a specific posted position will be responded to. Requests will be kept confidential and shared strictly on a need-to-know basis.

Please be aware, scammers may try to impersonate our company by reaching out regarding job opportunities. We will never ask you for bank account information, checks, or other sensitive information as part of our hiring process. If you're unsure, please email sgs-hr@sheeatikagov.com with questions.

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.