The Computer Vision and Remote Sensing Software Group at Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is looking for an experienced Senior Software Manager to join our team operating at the forefront of Computer Vision technology applied to satellite imagery. Our group collaborates with world-renowned university researchers to find innovative solutions to challenging real-world problems. We offer an exciting, relevant research career within a stable industry work environment with opportunities for professional growth and mentorship.

In this role you will coordinate the development of state-of-the-art Computer Vision and satellite image-processing software solutions created by an interdisciplinary team of algorithm developers, applied scientists, and software developers, as well as University student and faculty subcontractors. You will ensure the quality and timeliness of deliverables in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Senior Software Manager – Computer Vision and Remote Sensing Responsibilities include:

• Managing the development, deployment, and integration of software solutions
• Create and execute a software versioning and release management plan
• Create and execute a data management, versioning, and retention plan
• Track third-party software dependencies, licensing, and customer approvals
• Ensure compliance with licenses and regulations
• Approve and direct the delivery of software and data to customers/partners
• Provide direction to a cross-functional development team
• Resolve software deployment and integration errors, and document processes
• Technical project management
  
  

Senior Software Manager – Computer Vision and Remote Sensing Qualifications:

• US citizenship required  (green card holders are not eligible for this position)
• Eligibility to apply for and hold a U.S. security clearance (selected applicants will undergo a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements at the time of employment)
• Prior experience tracking and prioritizing tasks across multiple projects simultaneously
• Robust applied software methodology, process, and quality skills
• Prior experience working cross-functionally with teams on complex software efforts
• Ability to mentor high-performing algorithm developers in good software practices
• Fluent in one or more object-oriented programming languages; C++ and/or Python preferred
• Experience with modern professional, agile software engineering practices and DevOps
• Experience in developing, deploying, and integrating software solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Experience with source code branching strategies and version management
• Familiar with dependency and license management

Senior Software Manager – Computer Vision and Remote Sensing Education and Experience Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Machine Learning, or similar technical field with 7-9 years of relevant experience OR M.S. with 5-7 years of relevant experience OR Ph.D. with 3-5 years of relevant experience

About Us:

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (aka ARA) is an employee-owned international research and engineering company known for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. We were founded in Albuquerque, NM in 1979 as the disco era was, thankfully, closing out and the personal computer era was beginning. We employ over 1,500 professionals and continue to grow. ARA offices throughout the U.S. and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense, civil, and health technologies, computer software, and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement.

ARA also prides ourselves on having a challenging culture where innovation & experimentation are the norm. At ARA, employees are our greatest assets, so we give our employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take active roles as owners. The motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience. The company realizes employee ownership spawns greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels. We are also very proud of our Women’s Initiative Network (WIN) whose purpose is to motivate, support, and encourage professional career development for women to maximize career and professional accomplishments.

To find out more about Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance Division visit our website at: https://www.ara.com/raleigh/

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