Scientific Computing Software Engineer

At Areté, we are on the forefront of developing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation's most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth.

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We are seeking a junior applicant with a background in Scientific Computing. The ideal person would have a degree in Physics, Math, or Engineering coupled with a strong software development skillset. The successful candidate will work with scientists and engineers to transform advanced signal and image processing algorithms from higher level languages (e.g., Python) into robust and efficient software suitable for operational use. Other duties include practicing sound software processing methods to design, develop, analyze, and test software applications from prototype to operations, using modern software development languages and practices. Ability to assess algorithm performance on real-world data and document results via written reports and/or well-commented code is a must. This role requires a passion for solving challenging technical problems in a collaborative environment. This position is based at our Northridge, CA office and is an exempt, non-supervisory, full-time position.

We have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer:

Generous PTO and Leave Times

Flextime Scheduling

Bereavement

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Parental LeaveFinancial Benefits

401K Retirement Plan Contribution

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Continuing Education Funds Health, Medical, and Wellness Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Vision ReimbursementQualities We Look For

Creativity

Integrity

Passion

Responsiveness

Collaboration Experiences and Background We Look For:

Qualified candidates will have a college degree in a scientific discipline or in Computer Science with a focus on scientific computing

Demonstrated exposure to college level physics, math, and/or signal and image processing techniques

Strong programming skills in Python, including scientific Python libraries such as numpy, scipy, pandas

Strong programming skills in C, C++, or similar languages

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Intellectual curiosity and a desire for continuous learning

Ability to work with minimal supervision and collaborate with small teams

Willingness to work onsite in the office 100%

Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance and program access Nice to Have:

Data analysis and visualization skills

Experience working in a Linux environment

Experience with CUDA programming and GPU architecture optimization

Working knowledge of MPI and OpenMP parallel programming models

Demonstrated ability to optimize scientific computing applications

Experience with User Interface / User Experience front-end GUI development

Physics-based modeling and simulation experience

Remote sensing experience utilizing Electro-Optics or Synthetic Aperture RADAR

Classical signal/image processing experience (detection, estimation, and tracking)

Computer vision, image and data fusion, image classification or automated target recognition

Active Top-Secret ClearanceThe salary range for this role depends on the candidate's level of experience:

Engineer 1: $90,000 - $120,000 required BS degree or higher

Engineer 2: $105,000 - $135,000 experience of BS+2 years, OR MS+0 years

Staff Engineer: $120,000 - $165,000 experience of BS+5 years, MS+3 years, or PhD+0 years However, Arete considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to: the position and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Other Considerations

Areté is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination, and we believe every person has the right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and equal consideration.

Areté is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility.

Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility.

Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Areté will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility.

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