Advanced Technology Developer

The IT Advanced Technology Group at Electric Boat is seeking a highly motivated cross-functional developer to join a team of like-minded professionals in pushing the boundaries of advanced technologies for submarine design, manufacturing, and construction.

You will be on a team developing and implementing advanced solutions including immersive, high-performance experiences (AR/VR) and the integration of AI-driven features, such as computer vision, generative models, and intelligent interactions, into XR applications.

Solutions are valued based on being innovative, impactful, and cost beneficial to the company. You will be using the latest commercial off-the-shelf technologies as well as custom-built solutions. You will work in an environment that encourages creative thinking and exploring novel solutions to complex and challenging problems.

Responsibilities Include:

Develop highly interactive AR/VR/XR applications
• Implement custom features for Oculus Quest, Magic Leap, or Mobile AR
• Integrate AI-powered systems such as computer vision (object identification, natural-language interactions, and generative AI)
• Optimize performance on devices (such as headsets, tablets, etc.)
• Investigate advanced software development technologies
• Collaborate with business partners, vendors, and cross-functional teams
• Break down high level business needs into discrete development tasks
• Validate solutions to ensure they meet business requirements
• Peer code review to ensure adherence to best coding practices
• Detailed design of solutions to ensure production readiness
• Maintenance of solutions throughout the lifecycle of the product

Required:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in developing software applications
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Preferred:

• Java, Python, or C# development along with relational and object-oriented database experience
• Experience with SQL, application APIs, web services, and data management in applications
• Experience with Unity or Unreal Engines for AR/VR development
• Experience with AI tools used inside Unity (object detection, local LLMs)
• Familiar with 3D models (FBX, USD, JT, GLB),
• Familiar with AI Frameworks (Tensorflow or PyTorch, ONNX)
• Good understanding of AR and VR design principles
• Knowledge of computer vision concepts (SLAM, image processing, depth estimation)
• Familiar with passthrough, spatial anchors, hand and body tracking

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work on a cross-functional team as well as independently
• Self-motivated and willing to learn new skills for solving complex and challenging problems
• Experience with Agile development principles and methodologies