Senior Software Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

At Areté, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation’s most complex security challenges.

We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence.

As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth.

Discover your future with us.

Arete specializes in developing cutting-edge embedded and GUI software solutions for Navy sensor data acquisition, system control, and real-time data processing / post-processing.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer with strong technical leadership skills to join our dynamic team.

In this role, you will lead the development of software modules for Navy sensor systems, working closely with a small team of software and hardware professionals to meet customer deadlines.

This is an exempt, non-supervisory, full-time position based in our Tucson, AZ office.

Key Responsibilities :

• Guide and mentor a team in developing software modules for Navy sensor systems.
• Design, implement, and test embedded and GUI software for system control and data processing.
• Perform testing using embedded processors, circuit boards, and related test equipment to ensure system functionality.
• Develop new software designs and present them at customer meetings, incorporating feedback and requirements.
• Actively participate in scrum meetings and contribute to agile development processes.
• Work closely with software and hardware teams to ensure seamless integration and functionality.
• Manage your tasks efficiently, demonstrating the ability to self-direct in a fast-paced environment.

We have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer :

Generous PTO and Leave Times

• Flextime Scheduling
• Bereavement and Medical Leave
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Parental Leave

Financial Benefits

• 401K Retirement Plan Contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Cafeteria 125 Plan
• Continuing Education Funds

Health, Medical, and Wellness Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Vision Reimbursement

Qualities We Look For

• Creativity
• Integrity
• Passion
• Responsiveness
• Collaboration

Experiences and Background We Look For :

• Minimum 10 years of software development, including embedded systems development.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science
• C++ and embedded development experience
• Collaborative team leadership experience
• Customer communication / presentation skills

Nice to Have :

• Linux systems-level knowledge and C++ programming
• VS Code cross-platform development
• Experience with imaging systems and inertial navigation systems
• DMA drivers
• Embedded Zynq FPGA development
• Knowledge of serial communication : SPI, UART, I2C
• GPU programming (CUDA)
• C# code development with WinForms, WPF, Avalonia UI
• Active security clearance

The salary range for this role is $140,000 to $185,000; however, Arete considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to : the position and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education / training, and key skills.

Other Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility.

Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility. Areté will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility.

Other Considerations

Areté is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website because of your disability.

To request an accommodation, please contact Areté Human Resources at 818-885-2200 for assistance.

Tasks Performed : 30% design, 60% code development and test, 10% meetings