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Radio Frequency Software Engineer 1 - C++/Linux/Python/DSP
$130K–$270K
Annapolis Junction, MD +1 · Full-time · Posted Oct 29, 2026
- Location
- Annapolis Junction, MD
IL - Experience
- Four years in DSP algorithm development and four years with C++, Linux, Python, or similar; two years of experience may substitute for a Master of Science in Engineering or Computer Science. Four additional years of DSP experience may substitute for a Bachelor’s Degree.
- Education
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline in DSP algorithms from an accredited college or university; experience substitutions are stated.
About the job
Develops and adapts software and firmware for digital signal processing, focusing on high-throughput signal exploitation and explaining algorithms to teammates.
What you'll do
- Design and implement DSP algorithms for processing signals of interest.
- Modify existing software or firmware to adapt COTS and GOTS products to Government needs.
- Explain developed models to help teammates understand and use them.
What they ask for
- Currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable Polygraph; must be a U.S. citizen.
- Four years of experience as a DSP Algorithm developer on projects with similar software processes.
- Four years of experience with C++, Linux, Python, or a similar development language.
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline in DSP algorithms; stated experience substitutions apply.
Pay
$130,000 - $270,000 USD base salary
Tools
C++, Linux, Python, DSP Algorithms, COTS, GOTS
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