Junior Software Engineer – Automated Test Systems
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About this role
Torch Technologies
Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation’s top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom”. And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!
Torch Technologies is seeking a Junior Software Engineer to join our team and support the development of software for a modular PXI-based Automated Test System (ATS). This role will contribute to backend software development, hardware/software integration, and test system functionality in a lab environment under the guidance of senior engineers.
As a Junior Software Engineer, your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:
Assist in the development and integration of backend software components for automated test systems
Support implementation of test execution logic, instrument control interfaces, and Hardware Abstraction Layer (HAL) components
Collaborate with engineers to integrate PXI/PXIe instrumentation, switching systems, power supplies, and custom interfaces
Contribute to system data management, including maintaining databases for test results, configuration control, and calibration records
Support hardware/software integration, debugging, and troubleshooting of communication and timing issues
Assist with unit and integration testing, documenting results and supporting continuous improvement efforts
Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and development of internal tools and frameworks
Implement logging, diagnostic frameworks, and internal APIs to support system performance and reliability
Required Qualifications:
U.S. Citizenship
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
2+ years of relevant experience in software development or engineering
Ability to obtain and maintain an active secret clearance.
Experience supporting software development, backend systems, or automated test environments
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience working in engineering, defense, or technical environments
Desired Qualifications:
Experience supporting DoD or Federal programs
Familiarity with C#, object-oriented programming, LabVIEW, and TestStand
Understanding of backend development concepts, databases, and version control systems (Git or similar)
Experience with software communications to commercial electronics (drivers/commands)
Familiarity with SQL databases, REST APIs, logging frameworks, and unit testing practices
Exposure to AI-assisted coding tools
Experience working with cross-functional engineering teams and lab-based test environments
Schedule: M-F; 8-5
Work Location: Torch site, Huntsville, Alabama
Travel: 0–10%
Relocation Assistance Available: No
Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: Yes
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Benefits:
Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.
Applying to Torch Technologies:
Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Careers Link as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to HR@torchtechnologies.com. Thank you for your interest in Torch Technologies.