Junior Software Engineer

As a Junior Software Engineer at Radiance Technologies, your key responsibilities will include researching and deploying machine learning algorithms for software and hardware applications, designing systems through scientific analysis, and analyzing complex datasets to develop high-performance solutions. You'll also build tools for software testing and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance modeling and simulation capabilities.

To qualify for the Junior Software Engineer role at Radiance Technologies, you should possess a minimum of four years of experience in formulating software systems and have strong programming proficiency in C++ and/or Java, preferably with scripting knowledge in Python or R. An active TS/SCI security clearance is required along with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, particularly with coursework in mathematics and statistics.

Collaboration is at the heart of Radiance Technologies' culture. As a Junior Software Engineer, you'll work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including data scientists and operations research analysts. This collaborative approach allows you to integrate modeling and simulation capabilities into various Department of Defense platforms, enhancing both your skills and project outcomes.

Candidates applying for the Junior Software Engineer position at Radiance Technologies need strong programming skills in C++ and/or Java, along with some scripting abilities in Python or R. Familiarity with software development tools like Visual Studio and experience in modeling environments such as AFSIM, NGTS, and ITASE are also highly valued.

At Radiance Technologies, Junior Software Engineers can expect a supportive and innovative work environment. Being employee-owned, the culture emphasizes employee contributions, ongoing professional development, and dynamic collaboration across teams, making it a truly engaging place to build your career.

In responding to this question, share specific projects where you researched, developed, or deployed machine learning algorithms. Highlight your ability to apply mathematical concepts and scientific analysis in these projects, and relate how this experience aligns with the needs at Radiance Technologies.

Discuss your methodical approach to system design, emphasizing your experience with scientific analysis and mathematical modeling. Provide examples of optimizations you’ve implemented in past projects and how they contributed to performance enhancement.

Explain your familiarity with the full software development lifecycle by detailing your experience from prototyping through deployment. Discuss how your experiences relate to agile methodologies and the importance of iteration in software development, linking it back to the role at Radiance Technologies.

In your response, mention specific instances where you've collaborated with multidisciplinary teams. Highlight your communication skills and how you ensure everyone’s input is valued, adding how this environment is beneficial for innovative problem-solving.

Share your preferred tools and IDEs, such as Visual Studio or PyCharm, and explain how these tools assist you in coding and debugging. Mention any specific features that enhance your productivity and how your technical choices align with the work at Radiance Technologies.

Discuss your approach to writing quality code, including best practices such as code reviews, unit testing, and maintaining comprehensive documentation. Emphasize how these practices contribute to project outcomes and your commitment to high-quality software development.

Describe a specific challenge you encountered and provide details about the thought process and techniques you used to navigate it. Focus on outcomes and what you learned from the experience, connecting it to the kinds of problematic scenarios you may face at Radiance Technologies.

Clearly articulate your understanding of modeling and simulation, including its significance in software engineering. Provide examples of how you have applied these concepts in prior roles and relate them back to the missions at Radiance Technologies.

Explain your strategy for learning new languages or tools, emphasizing the importance of practice and real-world application. You might mention online resources, mentorship, or self-directed projects that assist your learning while also being relevant to the proficiency needed at Radiance Technologies.

Share your motivations for pursuing a career in software engineering, emphasizing your interest in technology, problem-solving, and contributing to national defense. Discuss how working on defense projects at Radiance Technologies aligns with your values and professional aspirations.