Software Engineer (Portland, OR)

About Metron

Metron is an employee-owned company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for the most challenging national security problems. For over 35 years, our principled approach to problem-solving has yielded creative solutions at the intersection of advanced mathematics, computer science, physics, and engineering. Our people are leaders in their technical fields and are passionate about solving challenging problems. We look for individuals who share this same passion and can apply their experience in real-world settings.  

Our team is looking for an experienced Software Engineer to support application development and algorithm implementation. The successful candidate will be passionate about designing, developing, and applying cutting-edge technologies to challenging problems. The selected individual will report to the Portland, OR office but work on projects with individuals from our Portland, OR office and from our Reston, VA office.  

As a Software Engineer, you’ll engage in the entire software process—from concept to design and demonstration—within dynamic project teams. The ideal candidate will excel in a collaborative environment, contributing to and expanding their skills. Experience in writing maintainable and extensible code is essential. 

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering or related field  
• At least 3 years of industry experience in advanced software development in a team environment  
• Experience with C++ and Java programming languages 
• Ability to communicate design concepts and performance metrics clearly  
• Desire to learn new technologies and methodologies 
• Ability to deal with ambiguous requirements and design 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment  
• US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED; Successful candidates will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information 

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Math, or related field  
• Experience designing and implementing user interfaces 
• Experience with additional languages such as TypeScript/JavaScript, Python, Matlab, or C,  
• Experience with one or more development tools, such as Visual Studio, VsCode, Eclipse, JetBrains (IntelliJ, CLion), Maven, Gradle, or CMake 
• Experience working with databases 
• Familiarity with communication and messaging technologies
• Experience with graphics technologies
• Experience working in an Agile methodologies  
• Active DoD security clearance 

Position Location:  Portland, Oregon

*The selected individual(s) will be required to work from the Portland, OR office. 

Perks and Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 
• Accompanying FSA and HSA options 
• Additional Voluntary Benefits  
• Paid Time Off  
• 9 Observed Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays  
• Paid Parental Leave  
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• Relocation Assistance
• Professional Development Reimbursement 
• Annual Salary Reviews  
• Profit Sharing  
• 401(k) Traditional and Roth Options  
• Gym and Fitness Reimbursement  
• Employee Assistance Program  
• Employee Referral Program 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.  Metron takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. 

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