Senior Software Engineer

Company Overview

For more than 60 years, Data Device Corporation (DDC) has been recognized as a world leader in the design and manufacture of high-reliability Connectivity, Power, and Control solutions for the Aerospace, Defense, and Space industries. Our dedication to supplying quality products, on-time delivery, and superior support, has contributed to the success of our customers and the critical missions they serve.

Great River Technology (GRT) located in Albuquerque, NM, a wholly owned subsidiary of Data Device Corporation, is a leader in high performance digital video and data development tools and services for the mil/aero industry. Since it’s founding in 1996, it has developed partnerships with leading commercial and military companies worldwide.

This position is 100% onsite in Albuquerque, NM.

Due to U.S. export control requirements, this position is open only to candidates who qualify as a “U.S. Person.” This generally includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents/green card holders, and certain protected individuals, including refugees and asylees.

Description:

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will architect, develop, verify, and maintain Windows and Linux based software for advanced hardware systems. You will work across the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) from initial requirements to hardware integration and software sustainment. You will collaborate closely with various teams while mentoring junior engineers to champion modern software practices in a highly regulated environment.

Responsibilities:

The responsibilities noted below are not all-inclusive, they are core responsibilities subject to change based on the needs of GRT.

Architecture & Development: Design, implement, and maintain high-performance C/C++ software components. This includes front end software GUI based test applications and API wrapper DLLs for use in SDK Products targeted at Windows and Linux operating systems.

• Integration & Testing: Perform hardware/software integration, debugging, and performance optimization. Develop and execute test scripts to run full verification of deliverable software products.

• Technical Leadership: Lead technical design reviews, handle complex debugging of system-level anomalies, and actively mentor junior/mid-level engineers through code reviews and architectural guidance.

• Customer Support Engineering: Identifying and resolving customer technical issues with software applications and SDK.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

• Experience: 7+ years of professional software engineering experience (or 5+ years with an Advanced Degree).

• Core Language Skills: Deep proficiency in C/C++ and a strong grasp of scripting languages (like Python or Bash) for automation and data analysis.

• System Knowledge: Experience developing software for custom FPGA-based hardware.

• Embedded Protocols: Familiarity with data buses and communication protocols (e.g., PCIe, USB, ARINC 818, Ethernet).

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Experience working with Microsoft Visual Studio, Microsoft DDK, QT and OpenCV.

• Experience with MATLAB and LabView.

• Embedded S/W and RTOS experience and is a plus.

• Understanding of cybersecurity.

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• AD&D insurance

• Bereavement leave

• Dental insurance

• Dependent care reimbursement

• Disability insurance

• Employee assistance program

• Family leave

• Flexible spending account

• Gym membership

• Health insurance

• Health savings account

• Life insurance

• Military leave

• Paid holidays

• Paid jury duty

• Paid sick time

• Paid time off

• Parental leave

• Pet insurance

• Prescription drug insurance

• Professional development assistance

• Relocation assistance

• Retirement plan

• Tuition reimbursement

• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person, on-site in Albuquerque, New Mexico