Senior Application Developer - Hybrid

Introduction

ARA’s Algorithms, Modeling, and Assessments Division (AMA) is seeking a Senior Application Developer with a science or engineering background. The successful candidate will support all aspects of software development including design, implementation, and delivery. Software projects can range in size, from simple computational calculators to large, integrated modeling packages and web applications. The candidate will work in a dynamic and collaborative team environment including programmers and scientists. The candidate will be expected to take a leadership role in some projects including design of software, delegation of work to staff, and interfacing with clients on a routine basis. Additionally, they will bring marketing capability to the group to help grow client base by extending existing tools, helping write proposals, and working across ARA to collaborate on new and exciting opportunities.

The successful candidate should enjoy collaborating with technical teams and be comfortable interacting directly with clients. Experience across a wide range of software languages and applications will suite candidate well. The candidate should be independent, self-motivated, and eager to learn new skills. 

What you’ll do as a Senior Software Engineer

• Work with teams to guide development of complex software from cradle to grave.
• Develop mathematical/computational modeling software using a scripting language (e.g., Python, Julia, R) and a compiled language (e.g., FORTRAN, C++, Java).
• Work with clients to give them updates, work on new features, and manage expectations.
• Work with a variety of developers within a collaborative team environment and support cross functional product development.
• Work with your group leader to grow work and client base.
• Work with junior staff to improve their programming skills.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Computer Science or related scientific field with 8-10 years of work experience.
• US Citizenship Required. 
• Demonstrated proficiency in application development.
• Demonstrated capability in working with clients.
• Demonstrated capability to mentor junior staff.
• Willingness to learn new technologies as needed.

Position Preferences

• Experience managing projects including system design, implementation, and delivery.
• Experience developing skills of less experienced team members.
• Experience presenting software to clients including live demos.
• Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Marketing experience a plus.
• Experience with software configuration management is a plus.
• Active DoD security clearance is a strong plus.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; requirements include being a U.S. citizen.

Applied Research Associates, Inc. Company Information:

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is an employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. The company, founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, currently employs over 2,000 professionals and continues to grow. ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense technologies, civil technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement. The corporation also provides sophisticated technical products for environmental site characterization, pavement analysis, and robotics.

At ARA, employees are our greatest assets. The corporation realizes that employee ownership spawns greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels. ARA gives its employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take more active roles as owners. The culture is challenging; innovation and experimentation are the norm. Employees are eligible for contributions which not only add to the company’s success, but also their own through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience. For additional information and an opportunity to join this unique workplace, please apply at careers.ara.com.