Software Developer Intern

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) Emerald Coast Division, has an exciting opportunity for a Software Developer Intern who will support our growing business in modeling and simulation of physical phenomena within a 3D geometric modeling environment that is linked to a geographic information system (GIS). We apply traditional physical modeling approaches as well as deep learning and computer vision techniques to solve critical problems. As a member of our diverse multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for developing software tools that strengthen our national security. Above all, we value passion, a desire to learn, and teamwork. We are confident that if you possess the right attitude, work ethic, and skill set, that you will succeed in the role. This position is in Niceville, FL on the gulf coast of Florida.

 ARA’ Benefits:  

• Paid leave  
• Well on Target/Online Wellness Tool

You will be a member of a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and computer scientists developing simulation tool technologies to support real-world planning operations for the Department of Defense. You’ll become familiar with unique research areas such as weapons effects, weaponeering, and anti-terrorism tactics. As a research and development program, the nature of our work varies from month to month and year to year: You will be continuously challenged to learn and grow expertise in new areas.

Our technology stack evolves over the years, but the main skills we use today include modern C++, Qt, OpenSceneGraph, CMake, WPF, and Python. Our ecosystem of tools includes Git, Microsoft Visual Studio, Atlassian tools (i.e. JIRA, Bitbucket, and Confluence), and TeamCity. At the end of the day, we try to find the best way to deliver useful products to our end users. The teams retain a mindset that is open to change and improvement.

 Software Developer Intern Qualifications:

• Current high school student (or recent graduate) looking to pursue a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields
• GPA of at least 3.0
• US. Citizenship

 Software Developer Intern Required Skills

• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Knowledge of languages (e.g. C++, Python, Java, etc.) programming skills
• A desire to work in a dynamic team environment.
• Understanding of software constructs and programming concepts using C++ in an object-oriented architecture.
• Understanding of mathematical/physics concepts applicable to modeling and simulation solutions.
• This position requires independent judgement and discretion, and strong organizational skills

Company Details:

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is an employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. The company, founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, currently employs over 2,300 professionals and is rapidly growing. ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense technologies, civil technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement. The corporation also provides sophisticated technical products for environmental site characterization, pavement analysis, and robotics.

 At ARA, employees are our greatest assets. The corporation realizes that employee ownership spawns’ greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels. ARA gives its employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take more active roles as owners. The culture is challenging; innovation and experimentation are the norm. Employees are recognized and rewarded for their contributions which not only add to the company’s success, but also their own through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience. For additional information and an opportunity to join this unique workplace, please visit our website at www.ara.com.