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Software Engineer II

Epitec, Inc

Redmond, WA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$85–$90 Per Hour
SKILLS
Acoustics, Acoustics Systems, Aerodynamics, Algorithms, Analysis Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Automation, Calibration, Communication Skills, Communications Protocols, Computer Networks, Computer Science, Computer Skills, Control Engineering, Control Systems, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Data Management, Data Processing, Debugging Skills, Digital Signal Processing (DSP), Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Ethernet, Fluid Mechanics and Dynamics, Git, Graphical User Interface (GUI), High Availability, High Availability Hardware, High Reliability, Identify Issues, JSON, Laboratory Automation, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Management, Linux Operating System, Mac Operating System, Mechanical Engineering, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Motion Control, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Network Protocols, Object Oriented Design (OOD), Operations Processes, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Management, REST (Representational State Transfer), Research & Development (R&D), Robotics, Robotics Software, Signal Processing, Software Architecture, Software Development, Software Engineering, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), System Integration (SI), Team Player, Time Tracking
LOCATION
Redmond, WA
POSTED
4 days ago
Job Title: Software Engineer II
Contract Duration: 12 months
Location: Redmond, WA
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Pay: $85-90/hr

Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Engineer to join our specialized engineering team. This role is centered on the development of sophisticated software for advanced hardware control and lab automation, with a primary focus on aero-acoustic wind tunnel systems. In this role, you will use Python to design, build, and enhance control mechanisms for both a classic recirculating wind tunnel and a novel modular fan-array wind tunnel. This position offers a unique and exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of software development, robotics, acoustics, and aerodynamics.

Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and maintain high-quality, reusable, and reliable Python code for controlling complex hardware systems, including wind tunnel fan arrays and associated mechanical components.
  • Implement and optimize control algorithms for real-time performance and precision, including PWM control for fan motors and actuators.
  • Develop software to program and generate a variety of airflow conditions, including laminar, turbulent, gradient, and time-varying flows.
  • Create and manage control interfaces for secondary systems, including robotic HATS (Head and Torso Simulator) movers, lift systems, and multi-channel spatial audio (HOA) setups.
  • Integrate data from motion capture systems (e.g., Optitrack) for real-time tracking and system alignment.
  • Develop and execute automated procedures for the calibration of wind speeds, acoustic sensors, and other critical measurements.
  • Build and maintain data pipelines for capturing, processing, and analyzing experimental data from a wide range of sensors.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex software and system-level issues to ensure high availability and reliability of all lab equipment.
  • Produce clear and comprehensive documentation for software architecture, APIs, and operational procedures.
Qualifications
  • Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
  • Proven professional experience in Python programming with a strong emphasis on hardware control, lab automation, or robotics.
  • Solid understanding of control systems theory, digital signal processing, and data acquisition principles.
  • Strong foundational knowledge of fluid mechanics, aerodynamic principles, and acoustic measurement techniques.
  • Experience working in a laboratory or R&D environment is highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated ability to debug complex, multi-component systems that include both hardware and software.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with an ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
Technical Skills
Required
  • Proficiency in modern Python (3.8+) and object-oriented design.
  • Experience with scientific computing and data analysis libraries (NumPy, SciPy, Pandas).
  • Experience with hardware control interfaces and protocols (e.g., PWM, serial, Ethernet).
  • Experience with libraries for audio signal processing or multi-channel data acquisition (e.g., sounddevice, librosa).
  • Competency with version control systems, particularly Git.
  • Experience using configuration file formats like YAML or JSON.
  • Knowledge of network communication protocols and experience with REST APIs.
Preferred
  • Experience with motion control systems for robotics or automation.
  • Familiarity with spatial audio technologies, particularly High-Order Ambisonics (HOA).
  • Experience integrating motion capture systems (e.g., Optitrack) into control software.
  • Experience with advanced aerodynamic measurement techniques such as Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV).
  • Familiarity with GUI development frameworks for creating internal tools.
  • Experience with cross-platform software development (Windows, macOS, Linux). 
Must Have Skills
  • Python software engineering for hardware control / lab automation
    • Proficiency in modern Python (3.8+) and object-oriented design
    • Ability to design, develop, and maintain reliable, reusable control software for complex hardware systems (with LLM coding support e.g. Claude code, LLama, Gemini, OpenCode, etc.)
    • Strong practices around code quality, documentation, configuration (YAML/JSON), and version control (Git)
  • Real-time control + hardware interfaces (control systems, PWM, data acquisition)
    • Implementing and optimizing real-time control algorithms for precision (e.g., PWM control for motors/actuators)
    • Hands-on experience with hardware communication interfaces/protocols (PWM, serial, Ethernet)
    • Ability to debug and troubleshoot multi-component systems spanning software + hardware for high availability
  • Experimental data pipelines + signal processing (acoustics/audio +
  • sensor data)
    • Building and maintaining data pipelines to capture, process, and analyze sensor/experimental data
    • Strong scientific computing and data analysis skills (NumPy, SciPy, Pandas)
    • Experience with audio/DSP or multi-channel acquisition workflows (e.g., sounddevice, librosa) and calibration automation
Nice-to-Have Skills
  • Experience with motion control systems for robotics or automation.
  • Familiarity with spatial audio technologies, particularly High-Order Ambisonics
  • (HOA).
  • Experience integrating motion capture systems (e.g., Optitrack) into control
  • software.
  • Experience with advanced aerodynamic measurement techniques such as
  • Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV).
  • Familiarity with GUI development frameworks for creating internal tools.
  • Experience with cross-platform software development (Windows, macOS,
  • Linux).
  • Wearable Experience preferred

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About the Company

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Epitec, Inc

Epitec is a leading staffing and recruiting services company with a mission to make staffing personal. We go beyond traditional hiring by truly understanding our candidates and matching them with the perfect opportunities. We offer competitive compensation, career growth, and support throughout the entire process. Working with top Fortune 500 companies, we are recognized for our excellence with numerous awards, including Best & Brightest and diversity recognitions. At Epitec, we're redefining the future of employment. 

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
1978
WEBSITE
https://epitec.com/