OVERVIEW

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer with a strong background in the design, development, integration, and testing of software for scientific instruments, with particular relevance to adaptive optics systems, optomechanical hardware control, and real-time control systems. The successful candidate will demonstrate a proven track record of developing high-performance software solutions for precision instruments, where deterministic control, real-time responsiveness, and advanced mathematical computations are critical.

REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics.

Technical Experience:

• Proven experience designing and implementing software for real-time systems relevant to scientific instrumentation.
• Hands-on experience developing software in C, C++, and Python.
• Demonstrated experience with linear algebra computations (matrix and vector operations).
• Experience with software controlling actuators (servo/stepper motors) and/or detectors/sensors in deterministic environments.
• Strong background in system integration, testing, and validation of software in hardware-driven environments.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Experience with adaptive optics systems or optomechanical hardware control.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills with an ability to work in multidisciplinary environments.
  The work is mostly remote with one day a week of work in-office.
  Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
  Contract length: 12 months
  Pay: $60,000.00-$85,000.00 per year
  Work Location: In person
  Application deadline: 2025-09-0

• Designing, developing, integrating, and testing software solutions for scientific instruments, including adaptive optics and optomechanical systems.
• Developing real-time control software, ensuring deterministic performance and responsiveness.
• Implementing software to control actuators (servo/stepper motors), detectors, and sensors in real-time environments.
• Applying advanced computational methods, particularly linear algebra operations (matrix and vector operations), in the development of control algorithms and data processing pipelines.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including scientists, physicists, and hardware engineers to integrate software with hardware subsystems.
• Producing comprehensive technical documentation, including design specifications, test procedures, and user guides.
• Ensuring adherence to coding standards, software development best practices, and quality assurance processes.