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Principal C++ Engineer

Aleron
United States, California, San Diego
Jan 13, 2025
Description Acara Solutions client in the Aerospace and Defense industry is looking for a Principal C++ Engineer to join their team! Location: San Diego, CA (100% onsite) Duration: 6 Months (possibility to convert to FTE) Job Summary: Works independently and acts as technical consultant on complex software engineering assignments. Provides technical guidance and leadership for assigned task. This position typically works under limited supervision and direction of the software project engineer. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: . Participates in the design, development, planning, modification and testing of application software (C++) running on Windows 10 and embedded Linux. * Collaborates with Integration and Test (I&T) team members to address SW issues. * Performs complex analysis of SW issues and determines a solution in a timely manner. * Prepares design specifications, analyses, and recommendations. * Engages with SW team members in root cause analysis of issues found during integration and testing. * Participates in the design, development, planning, modification and/or improvement of software operational systems. * Research design concepts and feasibility utilizing advanced technical theory and knowledge. * Recommends test control, strategies, apparatus and equipment. * Prepares development software, codes software and designs specific enhancements. * Participate and conducts in-house design reviews and technical meetings. * Compliance with the software engineering processes, and supports the execution of them * Assumes additional technical responsibilities as needed. Job Requirements Required Skills / Qualifications: Four-year college degree in computer science, computer engineering or other related technical discipline plus a minimum of eight years of related experience or a master's degree with six years of related experience. Secret security clearance is required for this position. 8+ years of experience in the specification, design, and development of software systems for radio communications, with a high level of proficiency in programming languages such as C and C++. 8+ years of experience developing software for Embedded Software Platforms, including extensive expertise in Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) environments and their applications. 8+ years of experience working in environments that include DoD Communication Waveforms (preferred) and developing software using Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) such as Visual Studio, as well as PC and Linux environments. Preferred Skills / Qualifications: 8+ years of demonstrated understanding and practical experience with network protocols and socket library APIs, showcasing a strong ability to implement and optimize these technologies. Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. The Aleron companies welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status. Apply