Job Description
Job Description
Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Senior Software Developer for an elite National Security R&D center in Tucson, AZ.
This is a senior-tier leadership role designed for a tenacious, results-driven architect to work within a multidisciplinary environment alongside mathematicians and electrical engineers. You will be responsible for inventing and implementing advanced geolocation and digital communication algorithms that support front-line defense missions. This position demands a rare combination of "hands-on" expert coding in Golang and the "Director-level" vision to architect scalable software systems that integrate seamlessly with third-party services.
Job Responsibilities
- System Architecture : Design, architect, and operate fully integrated software systems that meet rigorous performance, scalability, and maintainability requirements.
- Algorithm Implementation : Research or invent advanced geolocation algorithms and implement them in highly efficient, production-ready software.
- Technical Leadership : Provide high-level guidance and mentorship to junior team members, fostering technical growth across the engineering organization.
- API & Infrastructure : Design and maintain modern infrastructure for integration between internal applications and complex third-party services.
- End-to-End Lifecycle : Manage all functional areas including systems engineering, development, integration, testing, and O&M (Operations & Maintenance).
- Innovation Advocacy : Propose framework improvements and experiment with emerging technologies to incorporate innovative solutions into national security projects.
- Stakeholder Collaboration : Partner effectively with product managers, designers, and vendors to ensure project alignment with direct mission feedback from the customer.
Requirements
Education & Security (Mandatory)
Degree (Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD) in Computer Science or Computer Engineering.ACTIVE TS / SCI Security Clearance is REQUIRED.U.S. Citizenship is REQUIRED.Core Experience
Minimum of 15 years of experience in a software engineering-related discipline.Expert Knowledge of Golang : Must have a passion for building enterprise-wide internal solutions.Algorithm Mastery : Expert knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and modern design patterns.System Design : Demonstrated ability to architect systems for high-performance and high-security environments.Technical Proficiencies
API Development : Extensive experience building quality APIs for internal and external products.Linux Environments : Highly proficient in C++ and Python for scientific and engineering applications.Modern Tooling : Knowledge of cloud platforms ( AWS ), DevOps ( GitLab CI / CD, Docker, Kubernetes ), and web technologies ( VueJS or React ).Benefits
Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plansLife insurance coverage401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributionsPaid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidaysOpportunities for career growth and advancement