Sr. Principal Software Engineer

At Auria, we believe in elevating people to achieve the extraordinary. We understand that the mission relies on each team member’s dedication and contributions and seek individuals with the desire to be part of something bigger and the courage to invest themselves in the outcomes.

Position:Sr. Principal Software Engineer

Location: Boulder, CO

Job :13852-BOA

# of Openings:1

Auriais looking to hire a Sr. Principal Software Engineer to support the Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS) Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) Architecture (BOA) program. BOA is the Missile Defense Agency’s next-generation Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) architecture providing automated, real-time missile detection, tracking, and threat classification with advanced data fusion to deliver precise, high-fidelity 3D intelligence. The position is located on-site in Boulder, CO.

As a Sr. Principal Software Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development, documentation, testing, deployment, and debugging of software applications. This includes researching, identifying, and implementing solutions to complex, multi-disciplinary software problems and providing technical leadership across the team.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO DO:

• Implement new features that integrate smoothly with pre-existing systems.
• Develop software using Agile methodologies, participating in and often leading team ceremonies.
• Utilize Jira to document and track bugs, enhancements, and user stories.
• Provide software engineering support for multi-language (C/C++, Python, and Java) and complex software systems.
• Enhance usability, performance, and maintainability of systems through analysis, refactoring, and defect resolution.
• Coordinate, integrate, and resolve defects in conjunction with the test team.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, providing technical guidance and code reviews.
• Contribute to and influence the technical direction and architecture of assigned software components.

WHAT THE TEAM REQUIRES:

• Education/Experience (Software Engineer 4 / Sr. Principal Software Engineer):
  Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 9 years of related experience;
  
  OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 7 years of related experience;
  
  OR a PhD in a STEM discipline and 4 years of related experience.
• An active in-scope U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance is required to start, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) security clearance.
• Experience working in aLinuxenvironment.
• Proficiency inC/C++and Python.
• Experience with Object-Oriented Programming (OOP).
• Experience with OOP design patterns and modern data structures.
• Demonstrated software development and troubleshooting experience in a team environment.
• Experience with legacy softwareandmodernizationefforts.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% to support business needs.
• Mission-Driven Professional:
  Collaborative contributor motivated by the opportunity to develop cutting-edge solutions that protect and serve both the nation and the world.

WHAT THE TEAM PREFERS:

• Experience with
  configuration management
  software (e.g., Git, Conan, CMake, Nexus, etc.).
• Experience with
  Java
  and
  shell scripting
  languages (e.g., Bash).
• Experience with
  Agile development
  practices.
• Experience using the
  Atlassian Tool Suite
  (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket).
• Demonstrated
  technical leadership
  experience (task lead, feature lead, or mentoring).
• Experience across the
  full software development lifecycle
  (requirements, design, implementation, integration, test, deployment, and sustainment).

PAY TRANSPARENCY: The salary offered will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications - skills, education & experience - and the position level. $155,000 - $180,000

Final date to receive applications: October 22, 2026

THE AURIA TEAM:

Auria is a provider of solutions and software in support of complex Space, National Security, and Cyber missions of federal, international, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO our success is built on the excellence of diverse teams advancing innovative systems and operational software to strengthen our…