Torch Technologies
Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation’s top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom”. And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!
Torch Technologies' Innovation through Integration (I2) Business Unit focuses on integrating technologies to deliver innovative solutions for our customers, and we're growing to meet increasing demand. We're looking for creative, imaginative teammates like you to join us. I2 specializes in visual solutions backed by real data. As a member of our team, you'll build compelling visual interfaces — ranging from gaming UIs to web-based applications — powered by a back-end data pipeline, and you'll collaborate closely with peers from across I2.
Torch Technologies is seeking a Mid-Level Software Engineer to support the Integration (I2) Business Unit.
Job Responsibilties:
- You'll work alongside developers, artists, and customers to build quality software products, supporting multiple interconnected applications within a single project.
- These applications integrate with an internal backend toolset to present simulation data in a way that helps soldiers make better tactical decisions.
- Designs, develops troubleshoots and analyzes software programs for computer based systems.
- Performs systems modeling, simulation and analysis.
- Designs and develops compilers, assemblers, utility programs and operating systems.
- Advises hardware design engineers on machine characteristics that affect software systems, such as storage capacity, processing speed and input/output requirements.
- As required, provides inputs for documentation of new or existing programs.
- US Citizenship.
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or another STEM discipline.
- 2+ years of relevant experience.
- Experience developing with game engine technology such as Unreal Engine, Unity, or CryEngine.
- Proficiency in a programming language such as C, C++, C#, or Java.
- Strong, natural problem-solving skills.
- Ability to contribute to multiple codebases simultaneously.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to obtain a security clearance.
You'll learn and work with the following technologies:
- C# / C++
- CMake
- Visual Studio
- Modeling and Simulation Tools (AFSIM, OneSAF)
- Unreal Engine 4 / 5
- Git / Git LFS
As an I2 developer, you'll be given the flexibility and support needed to grow into a valued teammate. Below is an estimated timeline of what you can expect during your first year.
30 Days
- Meet the team.
- Understand the goals of each project the team supports.
- Connect with colleagues across multiple projects.
- Develop a significant feature.
- Grow comfortable navigating part of the codebase.
- Apply for a security clearance.
90 Days
- Participate in tests and demo a feature to internal project leadership.
- Become comfortable with a specific feature set in each codebase.
- Architect and present a feature set to the development team.
1 Year
- Attain an active security clearance.
- Establish yourself as an integral part of the development team.
Schedule: M-F; 8-5
Work Location: Torch-site.
Travel: Yes,0-10%
Relocation Assistance Available: No
Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No
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Benefits:
Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.
Applying to Torch Technologies:
Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Careers Link as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to [email protected]. Thank you for your interest in Torch Technologies.
Skills Required
- U.S. citizenship
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or another STEM discipline
- At least 2 years of relevant experience
- Experience developing with game engine technology such as Unreal Engine, Unity, or CryEngine
- Proficiency in a programming language such as C, C++, C#, or Java
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to contribute to multiple codebases simultaneously
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to obtain a security clearance
What We Do
Founded in October 2002, Torch is a 100% employee-owned business headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama. Our commitment to our employees results in a retention rate well over 90% and helps ensure our customers experience a stable work force. Our outstanding fringe benefits package helps recruit, retain and sustain our workforce. Torch has received national and local recognition for its business performance, workplace environment, and ethical business practices. In 2021, Torch was named one of the Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services for the sixth year by Great Place to Work. Torch was also recognized as the 2021 ESOP Company of the Year by the New South Chapter of The ESOP Association for a second time. Torch was a recipient of the 2021 James S. Cogswell Outstanding Industrial Security Achievement Award by the DCSA. Bloomberg Government also listed Torch in its annual “Top 200” for the fifth year. In 2020, Torch became the only four-time recipient of the Better Business Bureau’s Torch Award for Business Ethics in the North Alabama region. Great Place to Work named Torch one of the country’s Best Workplaces for Parents, and Great Place to Work and Fortune named Torch one of the country’s Best Workplaces for Millennials in 2020. Torch was also ranked on the Inc. 5000 list for the fourteenth consecutive year in 2020. Washington Technology listed Torch in its “Top 100” Government Contractors ranking for the sixth consecutive year. Torch was also selected for a 2020 Colorado Springs Business Journal “Best in Business” award. In 2019, Torch was ranked on the Entrepreneur 360 list for the third consecutive year. In 2018, Great Place to Work and Fortune magazine named Torch a Best Medium Workplace for the third consecutive year. Torch was also named a winner of the 2018 Best Places to Work in Huntsville award for the fifth time. In 2016, Torch was named one of America’s Best Small Companies by Forbes.
