Hoplite Solutions is currently seeking an experienced Principal Software Engineer to join our team in support of a mission-critical contract in Maryland.
In this role, you will:
- Design, develop, and enhance complex and diverse software systems focused on cryptanalysis and signals analysis.
- Collaborate with a team of skilled engineers to build core components of mission tools and capabilities.
- Engage directly with end-user analysts to gather requirements, ensure alignment with operational needs, and provide user support as necessary.
This position offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on national security by contributing to the development of advanced analytical tools.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree plus 11-years of relevant experience or Master's degree plus 9-years of relevant experience. An Associate's degree plus 13-years of relevant experience or high school diploma/GED plus 15-years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position
- Computer Science (CS) degree or related field
- TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
- Expertise in building and deploying software on Linux systems across multiple operating systems (i.e. CentOS7, RedHat 8, Rocky 9)
- Mastery of C++ standards (up to C++23) including advanced features; additional expertise in debugging and optimizing C++ systems for efficiency and resource utilization with tools such as valgrind
- Experience in managing git repositories, including the ability to create, rebase, and merge branches, as well as configure automated compiling and deployment of software tools
- Ability to cross-compile and resolve platform-specific issues using tools like GCC, Clang, etc.
- Work independently to design complex software routines, handle inter-process communications, design unit tests, and generate user and developer documentation.
Hoplite Solutions offers a highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid holidays and vacation, fully covered healthcare, short- and long-term disability, up to 7% 401(k) matching, referral bonuses, and tuition reimbursement.Turn your interest into action, apply today! If your background matches the requirements, you will be contacted by one of our Recruiters!