Principal Software Engineer

Job Responsibilities

• Develop hardware support libraries for cameras, motors, power meters, wavelength meters and other USB andTCP / IP devices
• Develop and maintain the software framework for robotic alignment stations
• Develop scripts in Python to automate the alignment and attach of optics in complex laser systems
• Database design
• Develop image and signal processing routines
• Develop optic alignment optimization algorithms
• Agile development team lead which plans and manages complex projects in the automation team and executesto the schedule
• Develop hands-on skill in optical instrumentation and metrology
• Build and align laser based optical bench setups
• Supports programmatic design to cost and design for manufacturability requirements
• Interact with users, manufacturing engineers and design teams to extract system and software requirements
• Responsible for completion of assigned tasks on time and meeting technical requirements
• Develops prototypes to retire key development risks as directed
• Interact effectively and efficiently as part of a multi-member, multi-function team, as well as with customers andsuppliers, write reports and contribute peer reviewed publications and invention disclosures

The ideal candidate will have :

Qualifications

The pay scale for this position is $126,991 / year - $197,154 / year. The pay scale information is a general guideline only. Several factors can influence the pay scale for a position including but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic locations, business considerations, scope and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education / training, and certifications.