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R&D Engineer: Software Engineer
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Reston, VAPosted Sep 10, 2026 · Yesterday$111k – $241k
Full-time$111k – $241kMid LevelOn-siteDefense
About this role
Join the Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State as an R&D Software Engineer in Reston, VA. You will focus on software implementation, testing, and productization for programs of national impact, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team. This role requires a strong background in software development principles and modern tools.
What we are looking for
6- Contribute to programs of national or international impact
- Identify emerging challenges, research trends, and future opportunities
- Develop and deliver clear updates on program status
- Interact and collaborate with engineering team, principal investigator, and sponsors
- Apply expertise in software implementation, test, and productization
- Proficiency in Python, C++, Java, or Rust
Skills mentioned
8PythonC++JavaRustDockerKubernetesLinuxCI/CD
Work authorization
No visa sponsorship is available.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Requires a Ts Sci security clearance.
