Denver, Colorado Hybrid Employment 145K - 200K

Real-Time Innovations is hiring a Principal Software Research Engineer

About the Role

This role involves leading high-impact research initiatives in software systems, focusing on scalable, real-time data distribution technologies. The individual will explore novel algorithms, publish findings, and translate research into practical applications.

Responsibilities

  • Lead research projects in distributed computing and real-time data exchange
  • Design and prototype next-generation communication protocols
  • Collaborate with academic and industry partners on joint research
  • Publish technical papers in peer-reviewed conferences and journals
  • Translate research outcomes into production-ready software components
  • Guide technical direction for long-term innovation initiatives
  • Evaluate emerging technologies for potential integration
  • Mentor junior researchers and engineers
  • Participate in standards bodies and technical communities
  • Develop proofs of concept for novel system architectures
  • Conduct performance analysis and optimization of data-centric systems
  • Explore formal methods for system correctness and reliability
  • Investigate security models for real-time data networks
  • Advance middleware capabilities for edge computing environments
  • Support integration of research findings into core products
  • Present findings internally and at external technical forums
  • Identify funding opportunities for research programs
  • Work across disciplines to solve complex system challenges
  • Maintain awareness of advancements in computer science research
  • Ensure ethical considerations in technology development

Nice to Have

  • Post-doctoral research experience
  • Industry R&D experience in software systems
  • Publications in venues such as SOSP, OSDI, or RTAS
  • Experience with DDS or similar middleware technologies
  • Contributions to open-source research projects
  • Familiarity with safety and security certification standards
  • Experience mentoring research teams
  • Grants or funding acquisition experience
  • Patents or technology disclosures
  • Cross-disciplinary research experience

Compensation

Competitive salary and benefits package

Work Arrangement

Flexible work environment with remote and on-site options

Team

Collaborative team of engineers and scientists focused on cutting-edge research and development in real-time data infrastructure

Research Focus Areas

  • Real-time data distribution
  • Scalable system architectures
  • Formal methods for distributed systems
  • Security in time-sensitive networks
  • Autonomous system interoperability

Collaboration Opportunities

  • University research partnerships
  • Industry consortium participation
  • Open-source community engagement
  • Standards development groups
  • Cross-company innovation initiatives

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Real-Time Innovations

Real-Time Innovations (RTI) is the world's largest supplier of Data Distribution Service (DDS) technology and provides the most trusted real-time data streaming platform for intelligent physical systems. The company's Connext platform enables scalable, secure, and high-performance data connectivity across complex distributed systems.

RTI's technology powers mission-critical applications in industries such as aerospace and defense, automotive, healthcare, and industrial automation. It supports real-time data exchange for systems requiring high reliability, low latency, and robust security, including autonomous vehicles, medical devices, robotics, and command and control systems.

With a focus on data-centric architecture, RTI enables seamless integration and interoperability across diverse platforms and environments, from edge devices to cloud infrastructure. The company provides comprehensive tools, professional services, and training to accelerate customer development and deployment of real-time systems.

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