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Signals Processing Engineer 3 - DSP/MATLAB/C/C++/Linux/Python

Captivation
Annapolis Junction, MD, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 23 Jan 2026
💰 $270,000/yr($130,000/yr$270,000/yr)

About the role

Build to something to be proud of.

Captivation has built a reputation on providing customers exactly what is needed in a timely manner. Our team of engineers take pride in what they develop and constantly innovate to provide the best solution. Captivation is looking for software developers who can get stuff done while making a difference in support of the mission to protect our country.

 

Description

Captivation Software is looking for a senior level signals processing engineer who will assist with daily responsibilities to support the program. 

 

Responsibilities

  • Provides concise explanation of developed models to allow other team members to understand/utilize models or algorithms for processing signals of interest.
  • Develops, tests, and implements digital signal processing algorithms for satellite communication systems.
  • Collaborate with infrastructure engineers and software engineers to integrate DSP software into overall system architecture

 

Requirements

Security Clearance:

  • Must currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable Polygraph, therefore all candidates must be a U.S. citizen

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Ten (10) years experience as a DSP Algorithm developer is required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science from an accredited college or university is required

Required Skills:

  • RF signals analysis
  • Demonstrated experience coding  C/C++ and Python
  • Able to design, develop and implement systems within a Unix/Linux environment
  • Experience with message queue implementation/communication

Desired Skills:

  • Digital Signal Processing background with strong understanding of satellite communications system design and theory with implementation of concepts into software
  • Experience with DSP hardware and software development tools such as DSP processors, development kits, and IDEs
  • Experience with FPGA, microcontroller, or ASIC design
  • Familiarity with implementation and integration of SDR technologies into virtual (VMWare) and containerized (Docker/K8) environments
  • Experience with Development Suites (MATLAB, X-Midas, etc.)​

 

This position is open for direct hires only. We will not consider candidates from third party staffing/recruiting firms.

Benefits

  • Annual Salary: $130,000 - $270,000 (Depends on the Years of Experience)
  • Up to 20% 401k contribution (No Matching Required and Vested from Day 1)
  • Above Market Hourly Rates
  • $3,400 HSA Contribution
  • 6 Weeks Paid Time Off
  • Company Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D

 

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