YOUR MISSION
Software is the central nervous system for True Anomaly’s engineering and product thesis. Software bridges the gap between military objectives, theoretical astrodynamics and the human and autonomous control of spacecraft and ground systems in time and space. True Anomaly is seeking a highly experienced C++ Software Engineer to contribute to the continuing evolution of our complex spacecraft modeling and simulation software. The C++ software engineer would be particularly responsible for developing core functions and APIs that enable the simulation of space vehicle propagation, electronic operation, maneuvering, state estimation, communication, and other crucial functions of a spacecraft.
You do not need to have experience building space ground systems or experience in aerospace. You’ll have ownership of challenging, greenfield problems and a chance to fundamentally impact the outcome of future conflict (and the future of the company), all while enjoying world-class benefits including platinum healthcare, flexible work hours/location, highly competitive compensation and a generous stock options package.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design, implement, and test software for simulating the propagation and operation of space vehicles using modern C++ (C++17 / C++20).
- Maintain C and Python APIs that are used by other backend and frontend teams to expose complex calculations as part of the MOSAIC application.
- Conduct analyses of performance, quality, and adherence to standard using benchmarks, sanitizers, code formatters, and other capabilities provided by CMake, GCC, Clang, and other tools.
- Collaborate with other internal teams who leverage our simulation APIs to plan and execute missions, develop advanced algorithms for spacecraft operation, and perform tradespace analyses.
- Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and sprint planning sessions to maintain high standards of software quality and adherence to project timelines.
- Contribute to research and development initiatives aimed at advancing the state-of-the-art in autonomous space systems and their applications in military and civilian contexts.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong background in software engineering, ideally with 5-7 years of software development experience and exposure to physical simulations, robotics, mathematics, or scientific computing.
- Proficiency with the C++ programming language, up to and including the C++17 and C++20 specifications.
- Strong understanding of linear algebra, and proficiency with linear algebraic libraries such as Eigen.
- Proficiency with modern C++ memory management capabilities and an understanding of best practices.
- Proficiency with CMake, GCC or Clang, and other tools essential to building, compiling, and releasing modern C++ software.
- Experience writing software unit and integration tests using the Google Test framework.
- Experience with debugging and testing code in a production environment.
- Some experience with the Python programming language for scripting and prototyping applications.
- Some experience with Atlassian productivity tools for task planning and documentation purposes.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Experience with multithreaded implementation strategies and their realization using modern C++ features.
- Experience with data interchange formats, such as JSON, and data serialization mechanisms, such as Protocol Buffers.
- Experience with the deployment of C++ applications to embedded compute platforms.
- Some experience with real-time or faster-than-real-time simulation applications.
- Some experience with modern computer vision libraries, such as OpenCV.
- Some experience with asynchronous messaging libraries, such as ZeroMQ.
- Some experience with wrapping C/C++ libraries for use in a Python application.
INTERVIEW PROCESS NOTE
- After initial conversations with a Recruiter and the Hiring Manager, you’ll be sent a take home coding exercise to complete and return in 3 business days (or earlier, if you like). Candidates generally take from 1 to 3 hours to complete this exercise.
COMPENSATION
- Base Salary: $140,000-$190,000
- Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave
- Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience
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