About the role

Outside Analytics has recently become a proud subsidiary of SMX, marking an exciting collaboration that enhances our collective capabilities to deliver cutting-edge digital transformation solutions. Are you interested in the next generation of Space Force Remote Sensing capabilities? At Outside Analytics we're on the ground floor of helping across the future remote sensing ecosystem across all orbital regimes (LEO, MEO, HEO, and GEO)! We build, integrate, and operationally support our customer's emerging space-ground systems to include real-time data processing frameworks, sensor data processing, and data visualization. We are teamed with the most passionate companies in industry, dedicated to bringing best-of-breed capabilities to address our customers most pressing needs.

The remote sensing world is expanding and we’re building our team to grow with it. We are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer with a strong background in C++ to join our small, dynamic, mission data processing team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in high reliability/high performance C++ application development to include real-time embedded applications. They will have experience in optimizing processing performance and execute design tradeoffs necessary in constrained SWaP systems. This role is not for you if you need lots of structure and someone else to validate your work. This role may be for you if you want to work directly with challenging remote sensing data and customers who need real solutions to support go to market strategies.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Collaborate with Solutions Architects and Algorithm Engineers to develop and optimize C++ applications for real-time operational mission data processing signal chains.
Work with remote sensing data providers (e.g. EO/IR, hyper-spectral, etc.) to characterize data and tune signal processing chains to optimize for specific data/targets.
Contribute to the development of a robust, repeatable, and adaptable signal processing architecture.
Engineer solutions for low Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) deployments such as Versal ACAP devices.
Ensure all solutions are thoroughly designed, documented, and tested.
Use and contribute to CI/CD pipelines to encode quality within the Software Development Life Cycle.
Collaborate with team members and leads to achieve project milestones.
Adhere to applicable corporate and DoD processes & standards to ensure quality, compliance, and security.

Required Skills & Experience

Secret clearance (ability to obtain Secret clearance, i.e. U.S. Citizenship required)
8+ years’ experience in high performance C++ applications software engineering within Linux environments
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field with equivalent experience
Knowledge of embedded systems and hardware acceleration concepts
Ability to document and communicate software designs
Familiarity with version control systems such as Git
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong communication and collaboration skills
A passion for learning and staying current with industry trends

Desired Skills & Experience

Experience with Xilinx/AMD Versal ACAP platforms or similar (highly desired)
Experience with Vitis Unified Software Platform and Vivado Design Suite
Familiarity with FPGA design and hardware description languages (VHDL/Verilog)
Experience translating complex algorithms into production software solutions
Experience with DoD/DoW projects
Current US Secret security clearance
Strong Continuous integration/Continuous delivery techniques (CI/CD)
Experience in other programming languages such as Python, Java, or JavaScript
Experience in AI assisted software development tools and techniques

Application Deadline: July 13, 2026

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:

$160,000—$210,000 USD

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).

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