Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.

Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!

Ultra Maritime is searching for a highly motivated and detail oriented Senior Software Engineer to lead the development of an existing RADAR system. Working closely with the software manager and the project engineer, the Lead Software Engineer will guide the development of the RADAR System through technical effort estimate initial design, software development, and integration and test events that may be on-site.  The Lead Software Engineer is expected to provide system level trade-space assessments of approaches working with the Project Engineer to determine the benefit trade-offs.  The software includes a GUI and the lead software engineer will oversee the development and testing of that application.  At Ultra Maritime, the Lead Software Engineer will have the opportunity to guide the development and selection of key technologies for the U.S. Navy and will have the opportunity to work with complex software algorithms and cutting-edge digital signal processing hardware.  The Lead Software Engineer will have the opportunity to contribute to key strategic approaches for future proposals, IR&D, and additional development activities.

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

Job Description

Required Experience:

At least 6 years experience of C++ development and testingExperience working on a team to develop a system during all phases of the development lifecycleKnowledge of proper coding practices and the full development life cycleExperience with Linux-based operating systems and code developmentExperience with middleware/inter-process communication using a publish-subscribe pattern such as AMQP, CORBA, DDS, ROS, ZeroMQ, etc.Experience with tools to do code coverage, memory leak, and other code integrity checksExperience with Git as the version control systemExperience with basic text/code editors such as VI/VIM, Emacs, nano, Kate, gedit, etc.Familiarity with UML or other design modeling techniquesStrong attention to detail and work ethicWillingness to travel (10%).

Preferred Experience: (Optional)

Technical effort estimationExperience with Qt programming and/or GalliumWorking knowledge of XML XSDFamiliar with containerized environments such as Kubernetes

Qualifications:

At least 6 years of experience with a BS Degree in Software Engineering disciplineUS citizen and ability to obtain appropriate personnel clearance

Other:

Compensation: Commensurate with backgroundThis is an on-site position in Chantilly, VA with 10% travelPrincipals only. Recruiters please do not contact this job poster. 

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Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k match, paid time off and family leave, and much more! 

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email careers@ultra-us-gbs.com

Company: Ultra Maritime