Software Engineer (Electronic Warfare)

TL;DR

Software Engineer (C++/RF): Developing high-performance software for autonomous platforms and electronic warfare systems with an accent on real-time signal processing and RF sensing. Focus on building anti-jamming techniques, waveform manipulation, and ensuring command and control in contested environments.

Location: Berlin (Onsite)

Company

hirify.global is a defence technology company redefining the engineering and deployment of autonomous platforms and electronic warfare subsystems for NATO forces.

What you will do

• Design high-performance C++ software for real-time signal processing, waveform manipulation, and mission-critical EW functions.
• Develop anti-jamming techniques, frequency hopping (FHSS), and adaptive filtering to bypass active electronic countermeasures.
• Design algorithms for RF sensing, signal detection, and situational awareness to identify threats in dynamic environments.
• Collaborate with hardware and systems teams to tune RF front-ends and calibrate software to physical constraints.
• Own the full development stack from initial mathematical modelling to rigorous bench testing and field trials.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in modern C++ including memory management, concurrency, and performance analysis.
• Professional background in Electronic Warfare or high-end system software engineering where system-level architecture is critical.
• Deep understanding of the electromagnetic spectrum, DSP, Fourier methods, and modulation theory (QAM, QPSK, OFDM).
• Experience with embedded systems and Linux networking, specifically radio-based mesh networks.
• Must be based in or able to work onsite in Berlin.

Nice to have

• Experience with MIMO antenna systems, beam-forming, and high-performance computing (HPC).
• Extensive experience with SDR platforms like USRP, Pluto SDR, LimeSDR and frameworks like GNU Radio.
• Familiarity with cryptographic standards for securing over-the-air transmissions.
• Custom protocol design for low-bandwidth, high-latency environments.
• Hands-on experience with RF waveform design or amateur radio.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a mission-driven environment grounded in precision and uncompromising engineering discipline.
• Direct impact on the development of next-generation autonomous platforms for critical defence.
• Opportunity to manage a project from theoretical design to real-world field application.