Jr. Software Simulation Engineer

Job Description

Kavaliro is seeking a Jr. Software Engineer with an understanding of motion simulators for a local Jacksonville client. This position will be onsite Monday - Friday, with hybrid opportunities in the future. You will join a diverse skill set team working with simulation development professionals while contributing towards the full Software Development Life Cycle of products.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical point of contact for customers, ensuring all contractual requirements are met.
• Develop, adapt, and configure C++ train simulation software across multiple platforms, ranging from full-motion simulators to lightweight desktop systems and cloud-based solutions.
• Diagnose and resolve software issues using Microsoft Visual Studio.
• Contribute to hardware/software development and integration activities.
• Support installation, testing, and troubleshooting efforts alongside internal teams and clients.
• Prepare, validate, and deliver software updates to customers.
• Assist with ongoing system maintenance and technology upgrades.
• Recommend improvements that enhance efficiency, reliability, and performance.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 1 year of professional C++ development experience in Microsoft Visual Studio, with an understanding of multi-threading for high-performance applications and MFC libraries.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline.
• Strong foundation in object-oriented programming, debugging, and troubleshooting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly motivated, reliable, and capable of working independently.
• Quick to learn new tools, technologies, and processes.
• Creative and resourceful problem solver with the ability to think beyond standard solutions.
• Comfortable performing hands-on hardware integration, testing, and troubleshooting for simulation software.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Desired Skills

• Exposure to additional languages and tools such as VBA, PHP, JavaScript, Perl, SQL, Python, MFC, QT UI, and batch scripting.
• Familiarity with REST APIs and web service integration.
• Experience working with GIS data.
• Knowledge of Trello or other Kanban-style project management tools.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills in English.
• Background in modeling, simulation, or railway systems (a plus).
• Interest or experience in team leadership and professional development of peers.
• Willingness to work with large, complex systems and legacy codebases.
• Applied understanding of engineering mathematics (e.g., force, acceleration, inertia, power, momentum, friction).

Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.

Job Requirements

On-Site

By using best practices and optimal employee recruiting strategies, Kavaliro provides employers with employment solutions by providing the most qualified and professional employees, who can staff both project and permanent positions in order to ensure the ongoing success of all types of businesses. We use a streamlined-yet-thorough approach to staffing that saves our clients administrative time, resources and money.