Software Engineer - Hybrid Security Clearance

Position: Software Engineer - Hybrid with Security Clearance
Job Summary Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Software Engineer to join the Flight + Plan team on a hybrid basis in Arvada, CO. You will be focused on building and integrating scalable software frameworks for satellite mission planning and operations. This role involves designing and implementing high-performance backend systems in Python and Java, collaborating with aerospace and software engineers, and ensuring robust, cloud-native solutions for modern space operations.

Responsibilities
* Design, implement, and validate backend systems for satellite modeling, mission planning, and operational algorithms.

* Develop APIs and integrate backend services with cloud infrastructure for scalability, resilience, and security.

* Collaborate cross-functionally with aerospace engineers, frontend developers, and product managers to deliver mission-critical capabilities.

* Optimize software performance and ensure maintainability, quality, and reliability in production environments.

* Build and deploy containerized applications using Kubernetes or serverless architectures.

* Contribute to an agile, iterative engineering environment, taking technical ownership of key features and improvements.
Qualifications
* 3+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent hands-on expertise).
* Proficiency in Python and experience with Java (C++ or Rust is a plus).

* Strong background in developing software for complex mathematical or physics-based models.

* Hands-on experience with algorithms for optimization, mission planning, orbit determination, or sensor fusion.

* Knowledge of distributed systems, API design, databases (No

SQL and relational), and event-driven architectures.

* Experience with AWS services (Lambda, ECS/EKS, Cloud Watch, S3, EC2, RDS) and CI/CD pipelines.

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or related field;
* Secret Level Security Clearance Mandatory Compensation
* Pay Range: $120,000-$170,000 (depending on experience)
* Comprehensive benefits including health insurance for you and your family

* Mandatory 15 days off and unlimited PTO

* Paid Holidays

* Hybrid Schedule (2-3 days a week on-site)