Overview:
Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit .
Job Description Summary:
The Software Engineer (SMTS) works on mission-oriented projects that span from self-driving cars and unmanned vehicles to medical applications and fielded systems for battlefield situational awareness. Software Engineers work on multiple projects in an Agile environment, converting customer requirements into functional, scalable software solutions. As a part of the Software Engineering Team, developers will build out software solutions and see a project through from the design and requirements stage all the way to testing and deployment in the field.
The Full Stack Group develops unique and custom web applications for external customers spanning military, government, and commercial industries. We love the internet and aim to build products we ourselves would want to use.
Draper is a contractor, which means we do a large variety of work for various customers. The contractor environment provides opportunity to expand your skillset and experiences based on your passions and interests. Think of Draper as a large incubator in which to try new technologies, kickstart your ideas, and be exposed to new worlds. Draper operates on 40-hour work weeks. Employees may work from home as their work allows.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Independently execute task assignments.
- Design algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques, adhere to software best practices.
- Analyze designs to demonstrate performance and functionality.
- Develop and execute software tests to check compliance with requirements.
- Prepare technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other required documentation.
- Communicate with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements and describe the design and deliverables.
- Drive solutions to complex problems, actively participate in requirements development, propose ways forward, and adapt appropriately to changes in requirements.
- Contribute to system architecture decisions and lead the architecture of sub-systems.
- Provide insight and suggest adaptations or modifications to processes and/or applications based on quantitative data or results.
- Identify project technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies.
- Actively mentor less experienced staff and provide thoughtful, constructive feedback.
- Lead a small team of software developers on projects.
Skills/Abilities:
- Curiosity-driven approach to solving complex, customer-driven problems as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Demonstrate an ability to learn new programming languages and technologies quickly.
- Collaborate and communicate effectively and openly with multi-disciplinary program team members, program leadership, and non-technical personnel.
- A team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to balance multiple competing tasks and demands.
Education:
Requires a bachelor's in Computer Science or other related field. Master's degree is preferred.
Experience:
5-10 years experience in Software Engineering or related field.
Additional Job Description:
Applicants selected for this position may be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
Job Location:
St. Petersburg, Florida, 33716
Our 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. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now at .
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Draper is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We understand the value of diversity 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, gender identity, 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 .
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