Senior Software Engineer

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Lost Hills, CA
Hybrid
Computer Vision • Hardware • Machine Learning • Software • Semiconductor
Our technologies operate in space, on aircraft, in automobiles, and in a variety of consumer products.
The Role
General Description:
HRL Laboratories, LLC is seeking a Senior Software Engineer who will contribute technical expertise and work within a focused team that designs, integrates and tests radar systems operating from HF to 200+ GHz.

Essential Duties: 
Work closely with scientists and engineers to develop software and architectures for radar systems.
Additional job functions include solving customer problems, writing invention disclosures, publishing papers, briefing customers, participating in proposal activities and assisting in marketing HRL expertise. 

Required Skills:
Strong expertise with radar systems with an emphasis on software development and radar algorithms
20+ years of experience with software development including Embedded Systems, Full Software Development Lifecycle (Agile), and Prototype Development
Use of MATLAB for analyzing data collected by our radar systems
Experience with System Design and Architecture and Algorithm Development 
Experience with system engineering best practices
Experience coding with C/C++, Python, Bash, Perl
Firm understanding of source control (GitLab, GitHub, Bitbucket, SVN)
Computer science expert is preferred
Expertise with Embedded Real-Time Systems is preferred
Experience writing proposals, invention disclosures and publishing papers
Knowledge of module and subsystem operation/integration is a plus. 
Familiarity with multiple types of operating systems (Linux, ROS, SEL4, Windows) is desired
Applicant must be able to interact professionally with program managers, co-workers, customers, perform detailed analyses of radar systems and components, and prepare written and oral presentations. 
Ability to work well in a team and independently

Education Desired: 
Ph.D. with experience in Radar Systems Engineering 

Physical Requirements: 
Must be willing to travel and work in a team of highly skilled engineers on complex projects, and willingness to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Special Requirements: 
U.S. citizenship is required. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

Compensation:
The base salary range for this full-time position is $163,150 - $209,088 + bonus + benefits.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. 

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The Company
HQ: Malibu, CA
1,115 Employees
Year Founded: 1997

What We Do

HRL Laboratories, LLC, Malibu, California, (hrl.com) pioneers the next frontiers of physical and information science. Delivering transformative technologies in automotive, aerospace and defense, HRL advances the critical missions of its customers. As a private company owned jointly by Boeing and GM, HRL is a source of innovations that advance the state of the art in profound and far-reaching ways.

Why Work With Us

Our success is the result of our collaborative team of researchers, many of whom are the leading experts in their fields. Through their insights in support for our customers, we are finding the unique opportunities in technology.

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