2 days ago
Cambridge, MA, USAEntry Level
Base Salary
$82k - $220k/yr
Responsibilities
- Evaluate requirements, propose solutions, and explore design tradeoffs with guidance.
- Design algorithms and develop embedded software for resource-constrained, real-time systems.
- Analyze software designs and execute tests to demonstrate performance, functionality, and requirements compliance.
- Troubleshoot problems, identify causes of inefficiencies, and develop solutions.
- Prepare technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, presentations, and other documentation.
- Communicate with customers and stakeholders about requirements, designs, and deliverables.
- Identify challenges and communicate them to project leadership.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
- 0–3 years of experience in Software Engineering or a related field.
- Development and troubleshooting experience on embedded targets and knowledge of operating-system coding techniques, IP protocols, interfaces, and hardware subsystems.
- Expertise in software development for real-time systems and proficiency with high-level languages such as C, C++, or Rust.
- Experience with UML/SysML, in-circuit emulators, JTAG debuggers, and laboratory test equipment.
- Knowledge of software configuration management tools, defect tracking tools, and peer review processes.
- Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance; Secret clearance is preferred.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
Benefits
- Workplace flexibility 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.
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.