Software Development Co-Op

Brief Description Of Role

If you enjoy designing innovative systems and solving real-world problems, you'll have fun working with us! Co-ops and Interns at Etegent get the opportunity to work on projects that make a difference in a wide range of exciting fields. Etegent conducts cutting-edge research in areas such as:

• ML/AI exploitation of radar, lidar, panchromatic, hyperspectral, and vibrometry data
• the development of tools to reveal hidden insights in massive, diverse sets of data
• curating synthetic and measured data in support of algorithm training and testing
• developing performance models for autonomous systems
• high-performance computing – from low SWaP (size, weight, and power) to supercomputers
  
  

Etegent has a long history of working with co-op and intern students to help them achieve their professional goals. Many of our full-time engineers began their careers with Etegent as co-ops or interns. We know first-hand the importance of providing co-ops and interns with high-quality learning experiences tailored to the individual’s goals.

Responsibilities

At Etegent, co-op and intern students get the opportunity to work closely with our researchers to help develop and implement cutting-edge technology. The specific tasks will vary based on the project assigned; details for the most likely initial project are given below.

Role

Etegent’s software development group supports the machine learning group in maintaining and developing several AI/ML frameworks and tools leveraged by multiple research projects. The frameworks are developed fully in Python, heavily leveraging packages such as PyTorch, PyTorch Lightning, and several others. In this role, you may be asked to:

• Develop new functionality to support the needs of Etegent’s machine learning group.
• Design and implement effective unit tests for existing functionality using pytest.
• Support DevOps tasks such as continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD).
• Write clear and concise documentation for developers and for users.
• Develop components and tests for full-stack web applications.
  
  

Requirements

Required Qualifications

(Our expectations will vary based on the education level of the applicant.)

• Exposure to data structures and program design
• Comfortable working with Windows and Linux operating systems
• Applicant must be eligible to receive a U.S. Security Clearance which at a minimum requires applicant to be a US Citizen. See: Executive Order 12968 indicates U.S. Citizenship requirement to obtain a security clearance.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

(Our expectations will vary based on the education level of the applicant.)

• Experience using Python.
• Familiarity with fundamental machine learning concepts.
• Experience measuring and improving software efficiency and optimizing for execution speed.
• Experience using Git or other version control systems in a collaborative environment.
• Experience with Bash or other scripting languages
  
  

The Candidate

More so than seeking a candidate with specific academic training and experience, Etegent seeks a special type of person; someone with an innate curiosity and passion for learning and understanding, tempered by a recognition of the pragmatic constraints inherent in developing real solutions to real problems. They are comfortable with abstract concepts and theory and can apply these to real-world problems. They conceive and implement fundamentally new approaches rather than just implement approaches gleaned from textbooks and technical papers. They are flexible and adaptable, having the desire and ability to learn new skills and theory to take on challenges outside their current realm of experience.

We are seeking very sharp, capable, curious, well-rounded, adaptable people who can learn and grow as required to confront the challenges at hand. An engineering student working to build a strong foundation in math and engineering/physics fundamentals, and with a true interest in enhancing their academic education through real world application will be a good fit for this position.

Working At Etegent

At Etegent, you'll be a part of a fast-growing organization that combines a small-company family feel with big-company resources and opportunities. Which is why in addition to your competitive pay, you'll enjoy the following:

• Flexibility: Not a morning person? No problem. We only ask that you begin your day by 10:00 am. Also, you will enjoy a flexible schedule and the ability to work remotely.
• Mentorship: Every co-op is assigned to a mentor to help them grow as a professional. Aside from being involved in each other’s day-to-day responsibilities, co-ops and mentors have time set aside to set goals and check in over the course of the semester.
• Part-Time Opportunities: We also offer the possibility of part-time work during academic semesters for high-performing co-ops.
• Casual Dress: We strive to have a collaborative and laid-back atmosphere. Casual dress is the norm in our office unless meeting with customers.
• Food: Keep your energy levels up with our well-supplied snack and beverage kitchen and enjoy a weekly lunch with your talented colleagues on Free Lunch Wednesdays.
  
  

Etegent Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of