Software Research Engineer – C++

• Job Title: Software Research Engineer – C++
• Location: Onsite – Warren, MI
• Tax Term (W2, C2C): W2
• Job Type (Permanent/Contract): Contract
• Duration: 6 months

Description:

We are seeking a Software Research Engineer with strong C++ development and algorithm optimization experience to work on next-generation networking technologies. The project focuses on developing an Open Radio Access Network (O-RAN) networking infrastructure for an O-RAN-compatible private 5G network deployment.

The role will also involve co-developing UE-side applications and O-RAN-side radio resource control algorithms in the form of xApps to demonstrate performance improvements through cross-layer optimization.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and optimize software components using C++.
• Develop and implement algorithms for networking and communication systems.
• Analyze and optimize algorithms for performance, scalability, and efficiency.
• Contribute to the development of O-RAN networking infrastructure.
• Work with private 5G network technologies and architectures.
• Develop and integrate UE-side applications with O-RAN-side components.
• Design and develop radio resource control algorithms and xApps.
• Explore cross-layer optimization techniques to improve application and network performance.
• Conduct research, prototyping, testing, and performance evaluation of new software and algorithms.
• Collaborate with software, networking, and engineering teams to integrate research concepts into working solutions.
• Troubleshoot complex software and networking issues.
• Document technical designs, algorithms, research findings, and implementation approaches.

Required Skills:

• Strong hands-on C++ development experience.
• Strong algorithm development and optimization experience.
• Excellent understanding of software development principles and data structures.
• Experience with performance optimization and computational efficiency.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work on complex research-oriented software development projects.
• Understanding of networking and communication systems is preferred.

Qualifications:

• Master's or Ph.D. degree preferred in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience developing software using C++ in research, engineering, or production environments.
• Experience with algorithm design, implementation, and optimization.
• Strong ability to work on technically complex and innovative projects.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Open Radio Access Network (O-RAN) deployment.
• Experience with private 5G networks.
• Knowledge of O-RAN architecture and xApps.
• Experience with radio resource control algorithms.
• Experience with cross-layer optimization in wireless or networking systems.