Software Engineer (Traffic control / simulation)

Piper Companies is seeking a Software Engineer to join us in Mclean, Va. The Software Engineer will be responsible for designing software solutions to improve traffic safety.



Responsibilities of the Software Engineer include:

• Traffic analysis: Study how traffic moves through roadway links, intersections & entire transportation networks
• Design solutions to improve traffic safety: Smart signals, sensors, automated traffic management, operational improvements, infrastructure upgrades
• Traffic modeling & Simulating: Run simulation software, build traffic scenarios, use hardware in the loop systems, develop scripts or code to automate or customize solutions, work with API’s to conduct modes, tools, or systems
• Testing & Validation: Test accuracy of traffic models, Simulation performance, functionality of ITS Systems and equipment

Qualifications for the Software Engineer include:                                                                        

• Basic understanding of robotics & Autonomous systems and technologies
• Strong skills in Python and Linux environments (C++ preferred)
• Experience with unit and integration testing to support CI workflows
• Competency with data interface adapters (ex: JSON or XML) and API integrations
• Experience using Git for version control
• 3-7 years of experience in related field
• Bachelors degree in IT related field

Compensation for the Software Engineer include:

• Salary: $110,000-170,000 Depending on experience
• Location: Mclean, VA
• Full benefits: Healthcare, Dental, Vision, 401k, Flexible work schedule

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