Software Engineer
Chipton-Ross is seeking a Software Engineer for a contract opportunity in Seattle, WA.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or
Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
2+ years of experience working with Real-Time Operating Systems
2+ years of experience with C/C++ software for real-time embedded systems
2+ years of experience with Application Development
Experience in experimental data acquisition, instrumentation, and analysis
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work with a team of engineers to design, architect, develop, and support real-time data
management solutions for storing, streaming, processing, and visualizing high-throughput
sensor data
Deliver solutions that span the entire software development lifecycle, from design to
production, and multiple deployment paradigms including CLI tools, native (Windows), and
web applications
Interface with data acquisition hardware (transducers, DAQ devices) to pull and process
data
Design and implement intuitive user experiences for data visualization and analysis
Build clean, well-tested APIs and streaming pipelines for high-throughput time-series data
Collaborate directly with customers and stakeholders to translate requirements into
technical solutions
Provide technical leadership through code reviews, mentorship, architecture design,
Build and maintain deployment, CI/CD, observability, and database infrastructure
Help define product roadmap and priorities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
As a member of the development team, you will develop and maintain software and hardware platforms for acquiring, processing, storing, and visualizing high-volume sensor and time-series data. The systems you deliver will feed critical test results from wind tunnels, test stands, and other facilities into engineering workflows, enabling data-driven decisions that validate and improve aircraft designs. Duties may include (but are not limited to):
7 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and
experience
Strong proficiency in C/C++ or C# (or similar)
Experience with native application development for Windows (C# and .NET, C++ and Qt,
or similar)
Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite, or similar)
Proficient in modern version control systems (Git, GitLab, or similar)
Proficient with containerization technologies (Docker or similar)
Proficient in Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, MATLAB, or other programming languages
Experience with data acquisition and processing systems (transducers, control systems,
IoT devices, DAQ hardware, or similar)
Comfortable developing and operating on Windows and Linux environments
Experience with modern testing practices and tools (unit testing, TDD, etc.)
Familiar with continuous integration and deployment platforms (GitLab CI, CircleCI, GitHub
Actions, or similar)
Experience with time-series file formats (HDF5, TDMS, or similar)
Experience with native data visualization libraries
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor's degree and typically 5 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a Master's degree with typically 3 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a PhD degree with experience in an engineering classification)In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
WORK HOURS:
FULL TIME/FIRST SHIFT; 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Job Location: Seattle, WA
Rate: Up to $85.37 DOE
Duration: 12 Months
Input Date: 09/03/2026
Attention: Zachary Fasano
Address: 420 CULVER BLVD
City, State: PLAYA DEL REY, CA 90293
Phone: 310/414-7800 X286
800 Phone: 800/927-9318
Fax Phone: 310/414-7808
Email: zfasano@chiptonross.com
Website: www.chiptonross.com
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