3 months ago
Cambridge, MA, USAMid Level / Senior
Base Salary
$75k - $156k/yr
Responsibilities
- Design and operate secure, automated GitLab CI/CD pipelines for embedded and flight software.
- Develop algorithms, analyze designs, and execute software tests for performance, functionality, and compliance.
- Implement reproducible builds, integrated security controls, policy-as-code, and compliant delivery in constrained and air-gapped environments.
- Support cross-compilation, RTOS platforms, containerization, Kubernetes, infrastructure-as-code, and software supply-chain security.
- Prepare technical documentation, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other deliverables.
- Communicate with customers and stakeholders about requirements, designs, and deliverables.
- Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and drive solutions to complex problems with limited direction.
- Suggest process and application improvements based on quantitative data and results.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field is required.
- 3–5 years of experience in Software Engineering or a related field is required.
- Proficiency with GitLab pipelines, runners, and package registry; Python; Bash; and C/C++.
- Experience with GCC/Clang, Yocto, Buildroot, VxWorks, FreeRTOS, Zephyr, Docker/Podman, Kubernetes, Terraform, and Ansible.
- Experience with software supply-chain security, including SAST/DAST/SCA tools, SBOMs, and artifact signing.
- Familiarity with Linux hardening, FIPS environments, PKI/TLS, and delivery to classified or disconnected systems.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance; Secret Clearance is preferred.
- Ability to learn new programming languages and technologies, collaborate across disciplines, communicate effectively, and balance competing tasks.
- Master’s degree is preferred.
Benefits
- US base salary range of $75,000–$156,000 annually, excluding bonuses and benefits.
- Workplace flexibility and programs supporting work-life balance.
- Employee clubs, including photography and yoga.
- Health and finance workshops.
- Off-site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities.
- Full-time position located in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
- Inclusive workplace with equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation support.
About Draper
Draper is an independent, nonprofit engineering R&D organization that designs and delivers complex systems for government, defense, space, and biomedical customers. It works as a prime contractor and subcontractor on programs spanning guidance and navigation (PNT), autonomous systems, human systems, and special programs, with headquarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Its business model centers on sponsored research and engineering services for U.S. government agencies, industry partners, and academia.