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STR

Lead System Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

$157K - $224K/yr

Our team consists of passionate and motivated individuals with degrees in engineering, computer ... Unreal Engine modeling * ROS * TAK * DevSecOps and CI/CD tool chains * Integration of complex ...

STR

Lead System Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$157K - $224K/yr

As a System Engineer, you will work as part of a tightly knit team to design, develop, implement ... Unreal Engine modeling * ROS * TAK * DevSecOps and CI/CD tool chains * Integration of complex ...

STR

Lead Software Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

As a Principal Software Engineer, you will work as part of a tightly knit team to design, develop ... Unreal Engine modeling * ROS * TAK * DevSecOps and CI/CD tool chains * Integration of complex ...

STR

Lead System Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

$157K - $224K/yr

As a System Engineer, you will work as part of a tightly knit team to design, develop, implement ... Unreal Engine modeling * ROS * TAK * DevSecOps and CI/CD tool chains * Integration of complex ...

STR

Lead Software Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

Our team consists of passionate and motivated individuals with degrees in engineering, computer ... Unreal Engine modeling * ROS * TAK * DevSecOps and CI/CD tool chains * Integration of complex ...

STR

Lead Software Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

As a Principal Software Engineer, you will work as part of a tightly knit team to design, develop ... Unreal Engine modeling * ROS * TAK * DevSecOps and CI/CD tool chains * Integration of complex ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for unreal engine developer in Washington is $59.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45.72 and $73.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Unreal Engine Developer is a software engineer or game developer who specializes in using Unreal Engine to create interactive experiences, games, simulations, and virtual environments. They work with C++ and Blueprints to design gameplay mechanics, optimize performance, and implement visuals and physics. Their role can also involve debugging, collaborating with artists and designers, and integrating third-party tools to enhance the user experience.

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To thrive as an Unreal Engine Developer, you need a solid grasp of C++ programming, 3D mathematics, and real-time rendering concepts, often supported by a degree in computer science, game development, or related fields. Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as Unreal Engine's Blueprint system, version control software (like Git), and, in some cases, certification from Epic Games or relevant online courses is highly valuable. Strong problem-solving skills, creativity, and effective communication are essential for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and addressing development challenges. These abilities ensure efficient production of high-quality interactive experiences and smooth integration within fast-paced development environments.

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Unreal Engine Developers are typically responsible for designing, coding, and optimizing gameplay features, user interfaces, or immersive environments within the Unreal Engine platform. Daily tasks may include writing and debugging C++ code, creating or integrating assets using Blueprints, and collaborating with artists, designers, and other programmers to implement core functionalities. They also participate in team meetings to align on project milestones and resolve technical challenges. This collaborative approach ensures that the final product meets both creative vision and technical standards, making Unreal Engine Developers crucial contributors to successful interactive software projects.

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Lead System Engineer

Lead System Engineer

STR

Arlington, VA • On-site, Remote

$157K - $224K/yr

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Posted 2 days ago

Job description

About the Team:

STR's Analytics & C2 (AC2) Division develops novel technologies to solve challenging national security problems through advanced analytics. Our team consists of passionate and motivated individuals with degrees in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, and data science. We use our expertise and creativity to develop and mature innovative ideas from conception to improve mission success of our customers.

The Collaborative Autonomy and Control (CAC) Group in the AC2 Division works to build software systems that solve critical problems in the areas of uncrewed system autonomy, multi-agent collaboration, resource management, and control. By leveraging expertise in machine learning, algorithms, model-predictive control, and software development we build tools that support tactical mission planning and execution, autonomous reasoning, and more.

The Role:

As a System Engineer, you will work as part of a tightly knit team to design, develop, implement, integrate, test, and demonstrate advanced algorithms and software systems for autonomous platforms. You will provide technical leadership and mentoring on programs working throughout the software and system development lifecycle, from early prototypes to integrated systems. Your work will develop a diverse set of software tools and applications for mission planning systems, automated control processes, unmanned platforms, DevSecOps, and CI/CD pipelines. This position is based in Woburn, MA, or Arlington, VA, and will take advantage of STR's flexible, hybrid environment - when the work does not require use of STR's facilities, you are welcome to work remotely. 

Who You Are:

  • Ability to obtain a security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by U.S. Government.
  • BS in Computer Science or related technical field with 7+ years' experience. Equivalent experience will be considered.
  • 5+ years experience with C++ or Java
  • Proven understanding of data structures, algorithms, concurrency, and code optimization
  • Proven ability to lead and manage moderate size engineering teams (5-10 engineers) through complete Agile development lifecycle including task definition, delegation, and maintenance
  • Demonstrated success driving industry best practices in areas such as code review, unit testing, test coverage, static analysis, etc., to ensure mature, high quality software products
  • Experience in leading system/software architecture design
  • Comfortable working both with internal leadership and external customers in the development and execution of software product plans
  • Experience utilizing the following:
    • Object-Oriented Programming principles
    • Agile software lifecycle methodologies and tools, such as JIRA and Sonarqube
    • Test-driven development methodologies
  • A demonstrated ability to adopt new languages, libraries, and technologies
  • Proven ability to develop, implement, integrate, and test autonomy algorithms and software

Even Better:

  • MS or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field
  • Experience with the following:
    • Collection Orchestration
    • Satellite Constellation Management
    • Coordinating Electronic Warfare resources
    • Reinforcement learning
    • Agentic AI
    • TCPED Management for Tactical ISR
    • Programming for embedded and physical devices
    • Multi-agent coordination of UxVs
    • MAVLINK or other C2 protocols
    • Unreal Engine modeling
    • ROS
    • TAK
    • DevSecOps and CI/CD tool chains
    • Integration of complex software systems
    • Constraint satisfaction algorithms
    • Knowledge representation/ontologies
    • Python
  • Active Security Clearance

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $157,000 - $224,000

The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.

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