• Software Engineer

    Actalent (Dallas, TX)


    Job Title: Software Engineer

    Job Description

    Join a leading provider of RF technologies as a Software Engineer, where you will work closely with software and hardware teams to develop code and documentation to support system control and monitoring of innovative products and systems. The role offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to projects with significant impact, including collaborations with NASA.

    Responsibilities

    + Develop software solutions by collaborating with users, studying system flow, data usage, and work processes, and utilizing the software development lifecycle.

    + Evaluate operational feasibility by analyzing problem definitions, requirements, and proposed solutions.

    + Document and demonstrate solutions through developing flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments, and clear code.

    + Stay updated with state-of-the-art development tools, programming techniques, and computing equipment by participating in educational opportunities and professional organizations.

    + Support the organization by providing advice, coaching, and participating in product/system design reviews.

    + Uphold the company's core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork, and demonstrate behavior consistent with the company's Code of Ethics and Conduct.

    + Report quality problems or defects to management to implement corrective actions and avoid recurrence.

    + Adapt duties as needed to meet business requirements.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a similar technical discipline.

    + 5+ years of experience as a software engineer with demonstrated success in developing a variety of software systems.

    + Experience developing control and monitoring applications using custom register interfaces and TCP protocols.

    + Proficiency in developing and troubleshooting complex software systems in mixed environments, including Linux, Unix, and Windows.

    + TCP/IP debugging with ICDs.

    + Experience with Linux, C/C++, TCP/IP networking, web development (JavaScript, Node.js, GTK+3.x), and lower-level communication protocols.

    + Active DoD issued Secret Clearance.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience with DSP, AJAX, SOAP, Ant, Servo motor tuning, PLC Ladder Diagrams, NTP, Subversion, Git.

    + Experience writing embedded/Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT) globally distributed applications.

    + UI and human-computer interaction design using GLADE, React, Ignition, or similar.

    + Ability to modify, design, develop, and debug device drivers for I2C, SPI, UART, USB, PCIe, GPIO.

    + Proficiency in scripting tools like Python, BASH, Lua, CSH, Perl, TCL/TK.

    + Understanding of virtualization and simulation tools such as Git, SVN, Jira, Buildroot, OpenEmbedded.

    + Experience in automated tests and optimizing builds.

    + Ability to develop GUI and control systems for monitoring various systems.

    + Technical experience in electro-mechanics and robotics is advantageous.

    + Experience in broadcast, telecom, or mobile radio/cellular environments.

    Work Environment

    Work within a dynamic team of over 100 employees, with a third dedicated to engineering. The company produces high-power RF amplifiers and supplies transmitting equipment to Navy and NASA, among others. The role involves developing controls to manage transmitter operations, analyzing data from sensors, and providing feedback on transmitter performance. Employees must be eligible to obtain a secret clearance. The environment encourages autonomy and self-management, offering freedom from rigid structures. Engage in lab work, testing software and working on prototypes, with an emphasis on understanding the interaction between software and hardware.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Dallas, Texas.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

     

    401k, medical, dental, vision, PTO,

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Dallas,TX.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.