Emerging Modern C++ Software Developer (ABQ)

Stellar Science is seeking Emerging Modern C++ Developers with some experience creating reusable, maintainable code to solve challenging math and physics problems. Recent or upcoming graduates with BS, MS, or PhD degrees desired, with a target start date of Summer 2026 or sooner. Join our unique, collaborative team to help implement leading‑edge scientific software tools in fascinating domains. The main requirements are that candidates be top‑notch, responsible, self‑motivated, honest, able to work well independently or in small teams, and be able to rapidly learn new languages, tools, and techniques as needed to meet mission requirements. Experience writing modern C++ is also required.Applicants who convey a passion for developing quality code through listed projects, a link to an active github account, or extracurricular software development activities, will be given preference.Experience in any of the following is a plus: • Additional languages: Java, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript• Relevant libraries: Boost, Qt, Eigen, Guava• Cross‑platform development on Linux and Windows• 3D graphics: OpenSceneGraph, OpenGL, WebGL• Supercomputing: MPI, OpenMP, threads, GPUs• User interface development: Qt, Swing, Material UI• Continuous integration: git, Bitbucket, Jenkins, CMake• Image processing, imagery analysis, computer vision, computer aided design (CAD)• Aerospace vehicles, astrodynamics, electromagnetics, space domain awareness• Modeling and simulation, including directed energyA representative sample of your object‑oriented C++ code will be requested early in the evaluation process, e.g. something you have written for work, for a class, or for fun. It should be long enough to help evaluate your programming and software engineering skills.Extremely flexible work schedule & generous benefits.US Citizenship required + willingness to undergo a background investigation. Positions are in Albuquerque, NM or Tysons Corner, VA (Washington DC area). Remote work is not available.