Senior Mission Critical Software EngineerDraper is looking for a highly skilled senior software engineer to join the Mission Software Architectures and Applications group. The Senior Mission Critical Software Engineer develops high performance solutions for resource constrained targets. They design and develop next-generation resilient, fault tolerant, real-time, highly reliable software solutions in the application domains of undersea, terrestrial, air, hypersonics and space. The Engineer is well-versed in the full mission-critical software development life cycle, from architecture conceptualization, requirements analysis, design and documentation through development, testing and release. They collaborate across multiple interdisciplinary teams to plan, build and test new functionality. They work on developing and debugging embedded software as well as executing software and system-level tests in various engineering environments, including complex software-in-the-loop simulations and real-time hardware-in-the-loop environments. The candidate will be expected to follow and push for continuous improvement of software development best practices on complex projects. They will also be expected to provide mentorship to more junior software engineers.Duties/ResponsibilitiesEvaluates requirements, proposes solutions, explores design trades to support a design.Designs algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques.Develops embedded software based on prototype algorithms with supervision.Analyzes designs to demonstrate performance and functionality.Develops and executes software tests to check compliance with requirements.Evaluates results to establish problem causes and develop solutions for inefficient or problems.Prepares technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other required documentation.Communicates with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements and describe the design and deliverables.Drive solutions to complex problems with limited direction – contribute to requirements development and architecture solution ideation.Ability to take responsibility for subset of engineering scope.Identify program/system-level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies for them.Actively mentor less experienced engineers.Performs other duties as assigned.Skills/AbilitiesExcellent development and troubleshooting skills on embedded targets.Excellent knowledge of OS coding techniques, IP protocols, interfaces and hardware subsystems.Expertise in software development for real-time systems.Mastery of high level development languages (e.g. C/C++, Rust)Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Knowledge of software configuration management tools, defect tracking tools, and peer review processes.Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines.Excellent verbal and written communications skills.Experience with UML/SysML.Experience with in-circuit emulators, JTAG debuggers and laboratory test equipment.Education Requires a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
Experience Requires 5-10 years experience in Software Engineering or related.Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Active Secret clearance is preferred.Job Location - City: CambridgeJob Location - State: MassachusettsJob Location - Postal Code: The US base salary range for this full-time position is $82,300.00 - $220,000.00Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities.Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact