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Algorithm Developer Jobs in Wheaton, MD, US
65 algorithm developer jobs from 38 companies hiring in Wheaton, MD, US.
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Senior Tracking Algorithm Developer
Woburn or Arlington
$134k-$184k/yr OnsiteFull Time
PhD in a scientific field; expertise in tracking technologies (MHT or related); strong C++ programming; experiment design and simulation; ability to obtain security clearance; onsite in Woburn, MA.
C++, Python, MATLAB, Git, Linux, Anaconda, Docker, NumPy, SciPy, Pandas, Matplotlib
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Quantum Algorithm Director
Reston, Virginia, United States
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PhD in Quantum Physics or Quantum Information; 5+ years in error correction (surface codes, LDPC); proven ability to curate partners for quantum stacks and develop algorithmic offerings.
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2026 Graduate - Algorithm Development Engineer
Laurel, Maryland, United States
$85k-$165k/yr OnsiteFull Time
0+ YOEBachelor’s or Master’s in engineering, math, or physics; programming in Python/MATLAB/C/C++; strong communication; interest in signal processing and ML; able to obtain Interim Secret clearance.
Python, MATLAB, C, C++
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Principal Engineer – Algorithm Development
Aurora or Chantilly
$118k-$201k/yr OnsiteFull Time
6+ YOEBS in Engineering or related field; 6+ years related experience; active Top Secret clearance; experience with Matlab/Python/C++; ability to lead and communicate; independent and team player.
Matlab, Python, C++
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Optimization Algorithm Developer for Modeling and Simulation
El Segundo or Chantilly or Colorado Springs
$117k-$176k/yr OnsiteFull Time
6+ YOE6+ years in optimization, software engineering, or related field; strong math background; experience with multiple optimization methods; software development and cloud experience.
C++, Git, Bitbucket, Jira, GitHub, Docker, Kubernetes, Cloud technologies, DevSecOps
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Quantum Algorithms Developer
Annapolis Junction or Washington
$78k-$176k/yr OnsiteFull Time
2+ YOE2+ years in software development or quantum algorithms; Python/C/C++/Rust; knowledge of quantum hardware and control systems; ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance; Bachelor's in Physics/CS/Engineering
Python, C, C++, Rust
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Quantum Algorithms Developer
Annapolis Junction or Washington
$78k-$176k/yr HybridFull Time
2+ YOE2+ years in software development or quantum algorithms; experience in lab or agile environments; Python/C/C++/Rust; knowledge of quantum computing; ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance with polygraph; Bachelor’s in Physics, CS, EE, or ME.
Python, C, C++, Rust
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Software Development Engineer
Manassas, Virginia, United States
HybridFull Time
Software development experience; data structures and algorithms; OOP; software architecture; DevOps/IT operations; databases; SQL; Linux/Unix and Windows; scripting; system design; messaging queues; middleware; load balancing.
Linux, Windows, SQL, Shell Scripting, Batch Scripting, Object Oriented Programming, Middleware, DevOps, IT Operations, Load Balancing, Databases, Messaging Queues, System Architecture, Operating Systems
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Autonomous Systems Software Engineer
Reston, Virginia, United States
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2+ YOEBachelors in CS/Software/CE; 2+ years in software development; C++/Java; algorithms, multithreading; US citizenship required
C++, Java, ROS
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Software Engineer
Dahlgren, Virginia, United States
$80k-$100k/yr OnsiteFull Time
2+ YOEBS in engineering/science/technical discipline; 2+ years software development; C/C++, Java, or Ada; Red Hat/Linux; TCP/IP; track modeling/time algorithms; UNIX utilities; SECRET clearance.
C/C++, Java, Ada, Red Hat, UNIX/Linux, TCP/IP sockets, UNIX tools, UML, NetBeans, CORBA
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Software Engineer 2 - II
Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States
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8+ YOEEight years' SWE experience; BS in Computer Science; 4 years experience may substitute for degree; design, debug, document; lead teams; develop algorithms and systems.
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Senior Engineer - .NET
Palo Alto or Bethesda
$105k-$215k/yr HybridFull Time
4+ YOESenior .NET engineer with 4+ years in software development; experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP), microservices, REST APIs, Docker/Kubernetes; strong Python/C#, SQL/NoSQL; DevOps and IaC; CS data structures and algorithms.
C#, .NET, ASP.NET, MVC, Web API, REST, SQL Server, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, Python, NoSQL
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Software Engineer 3 (QKS - 053)
Fort Meade, Maryland, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Analyze user requirements; develop real-time C++ software; debug defects; design data interfaces; implement algorithms; integrate automated tests; collaborate cross-functionally; document designs and interfaces.
C++, Real-time systems, VMware, Docker, Kubernetes, Message queues, Database interfaces
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Radar Research Engineer
Chantilly, Virginia, United States
OnsiteFull Time
10+ YOERadar/SAR/MTI processing, algorithm development, MATLAB/C/C++, Python; TS/SCI with Poly preferred; 10+ years experience; advanced degree preferred.
MATLAB, C, C++, Python, FORTRAN
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UI/UX Frontend Software Developer
Herndon, Virginia, United States
HybridFull Time
5+ YOE5+ years software development; BS CS or related; strong OOP, algorithms, data structures; REST APIs; client-side JS (Angular), SQL/T-SQL; SSIS; TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph; DoD/DIA experience preferred.
JavaScript, Angular, HTML5/XML, REST API, SQL, T-SQL, SSIS, jQuery, Ajax
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Aerospace Algorithms Engineer
Cambridge or Arlington or Seattle
$90k-$210k/yr OnsiteFull Time
5+ YOEProficiency in Python; strong background in physics, math, and statistics; 5+ years of experience with algorithm development and simulations; US citizenship or ability to obtain U.S. security clearance.
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Software Developer (Active TS/SCI Required)
Tysons/McLean/Chantilly, Virginia, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Active TS/SCI clearance required; Bachelor’s in CS/Engineering; Python/Java/C++/JavaScript; Git; cloud experience preferred; strong fundamentals in data structures and algorithms.
Python, Java, C++, JavaScript, Git, AWS, Azure, GCP
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662 Software Engineer 3
Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States
$189k-$211k/yr OnsiteFull Time
12+ YOETwelve years of SWE experience; BS in Computer Science or related field; additional 4 years experience may substitute for a degree.
Programming, Software Development, Algorithms, Analytics, COTS/GOTS, Database
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AI/ML Software Developer - Top Secret
Tysons, Virginia, United States
$90k-$135k/yr OnsiteFull Time
2+ YOEActive Top Secret clearance; Bachelor’s in computer science or related field; minimum 2 years of relevant experience; JavaScript/Java/Python and OO programming; strong data structures and algorithms; experience with LLM tools.
JavaScript, Java, Python, Object-Oriented Programming, LLM tools
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Senior C++ Software Engineer - Mission Systems
San Diego or Washington or Sunnyvale
$150k-$200k/yr HybridFull Time
5+ YOE5+ years C++20, multi-agent planning, optimization algorithms; Docker/Linux; Bazel; Git; security clearance eligibility; BS/MS or equivalent experience.
Bazel, Docker, Linux, Git, Visual Studio Code, GitLab, SonarQube, Artifactory, Conan
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Lead GNC Engineer
District of Columbia, United States
OnsiteFull Time
3+ YOELead development of GNC algorithms; integrate AI/ML with sensors; validate with simulations; collaborate with hardware and software teams; strong problem-solving and communication; US citizen or eligible to work in the US.
STK, MATLAB
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Senior Digital Signals Processing and Algorithms Engineer
Arlington, Virginia, United States
HybridFull Time
5+ YOE5+ years DSP algorithm development for RF; C/C++ proficiency; geolocation experience; Python for prototyping; active Secret clearance or ability to obtain.
C/C++, Python, Software-defined radio, FPGA, HDL, Embedded systems, Spectral analysis, Digital filtering
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Application & Customer Support Engineer
Paeonian Springs, Virginia, United States
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2+ YOEBachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering; 2+ years in algorithm development, application engineering, or customer support; knowledge of inertial navigation systems; MATLAB; strong communication.
MATLAB, Python, C++
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Engineer Principal - RF Algorithms
Aurora or Chantilly
$118k-$201k/yr OnsiteFull Time
6+ YOEBS in engineering plus 6+ years related RF and systems experience; TS/SCI with ability to obtain; strong Python/Matlab/C/C++ skills; MBSE experience; RF algorithm design and V&V.
Python, Matlab, C++, MBSE, Cameo
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Data Engineer (Junior)
Arlington, Virginia, United States
$72k-$75k/yr OnsiteFull Time
3+ YOEBachelor's degree with at least 3 years relevant experience; Python experience (Pandas/Polars/Scikit-Learn); knowledge of data structures/algorithms; willing to travel domestically and internationally; able to work with diverse stakeholders.
Python, Pandas, Polars, Scikit-Learn, Power BI
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Cloud Infrastructure Engineer I, Google Public Sector
Reston or Atlanta or Boulder or Sunnyvale or Washington D.C.
$127k-$183k/yr OnsiteMultiple Commitments Available
3+ YOEBachelor's in CS or equivalent; 3+ years infra provisioning/DevOps; 3+ years triage; programming (Python/Java/Go/C/C++); IaC (Terraform/OpenTofu); active Secret clearance.
Terraform, OpenTofu, GitOps, Kubernetes, Google Kubernetes Engine, Python, Java, Go, C, C++, Data Structures, Algorithms
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Research Scientist Senior Staff - RF Systems/Algorithms
Severn, Maryland, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Advanced STEM degree with experience in RF sensors, algorithm development, and real-time software integration; TS/SCI eligibility; proficiency in Python, Matlab, and C++; ability to port prototypes to flight hardware.
Python, Matlab, C++, RF sensing, algorithm development
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Manager, Software - Perception (R3770)
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$220k-$331k/yr OnsiteFull Time
7+ YOE2+ MgmtLead teams, develop perception algorithms, and implement sensor fusion for defense platforms. Requires DoD experience, leadership, and SECRET clearance.
Python, C++, PyTorch, TensorFlow, Kalman Filters, Sensor Fusion, SLAM, Vision systems
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Engineer Principal - RF Algorithms
Aurora or Chantilly
$118k-$201k/yr OnsiteFull Time
6+ YOEBS degree in Engineering or related field; 6+ years experience; Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI; proficiency in Python, Matlab, C++, MBSE.
Python, Matlab, C++, MBSE
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Senior Computer Programmer
Bethesda, Maryland, United States
OnsiteFull Time
7+ YOE7 years of professional experience in computer design, software development, or computer networks; master’s degree in CS/EE/Math; secret security clearance; proficient in C, C++, Java; strong algorithms and problem solving.
C, C++, Java, Fortran, COBOL
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Applied Research Mathematician
Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States
$50k-$290k/yr OnsiteFull Time
The Swift Group: Providing engineering and cybersecurity services for national security missions.
5+ YOEExperience in mathematical modeling and algorithm development; strong math background; multiple levels with years; U.S. citizenship and TS/SCI with Poly required at level 4.
Mathematica, MATLAB, Python, R, C++
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2725 Image Processing SME
Fort Meade, Maryland, United States
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Experience developing image processing algorithms, analyzing data, high-res microscopy imaging, and ML deployment. TS/SCI Full Scope Poly; advanced degree.
Python, MATLAB, OpenCV, TensorFlow, Image Processing
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Senior Manager, Data Science - Quantum Computing Research (Remote-Eligible)
McLean or Remote
$209k-$239k/yr RemoteFull Time
7+ YOELead quantum computing research; develop algorithms; publish; collaborate with academia and industry; 7+ years data analytics; open-source programming; ML; relational databases.
Open-source programming languages, Quantum computing frameworks, Quantum cloud computing platforms
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Principal AI Scientist
McLean or Fairborn or Denver or State College or Warrenton or Harlem
HybridFull Time
5+ YOEExperience in AI/ML, data science, and algorithms; advanced degree options; U.S. citizenship; travel as needed.
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Summer Intern Software Engineering, CloudOps
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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0+ YOEPursuing CS/SE with knowledge of data structures, algorithms; experience with Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go, Ruby, or SQL; familiar with Git; cloud concepts (AWS, Azure, or GCP); containerization/CI/CD; databases; strong problem solving; collaboration.
Docker, AWS CDK, CloudFormation, Datadog, GitHub, Jenkins, CodePipelines, ECS, Load Balancers
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Platform Control Lead
Clarksburg, Maryland, United States
$175k-$250k/yr OnsiteFull Time
5+ YOE3+ MgmtLead platform control software team; develop and implement control algorithms; integrate with vehicle actuation; strong leadership and collaboration.
C++, Python, MATLAB/Simulink
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AI/ML Research Intern - PHD Level - Remote
Minneapolis or Washington or United States
$40-$60/hr HybridMultiple Commitments Available
PhD student in ML/AI/Data Science or related field; experience with ML algorithms, Python, and ML frameworks; ability to work remotely; legally authorized to work in the US.
Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, R, Java, C++, Matlab
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Imagery Scientist - EO Expert-Job#779
Springfield, Virginia, United States
OnsiteFull Time
6+ YOE6+ years as an EO expert; TS/SCI clearance; experience with EO imagery, algorithms, Python, MATLAB, and Google Earth Engine; ability to communicate with technical and non-technical audiences.
Python, MATLAB, Google Earth Engine, Remote Sensing, Image Processing
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Research Scientist
Rockville, Maryland, United States
$130k-$140k/yr OnsiteFull Time
5+ YOEPhD in EE, CS, Applied Physics, or related field (or Masters with strong research); 5–8 years in advanced RF/wireless sensing, ML/AI, and localization; algorithm design and evaluation.
Python, MATLAB, TensorFlow, PyTorch
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AI Alignment Fellow
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$3k/bi-wk HybridTemporary
0+ YOEDoctoral degree in progress or conferred; strong background in algorithmic fairness; proficiency in Python/R; experience with AI research tools; knowledge of Lipschitz continuity and fairness definitions; ability to translate math to policy; collaborative, excellent communicator.
Python, R, Fairlearn, AIF360, Mathematica, SageMath
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