Software Developer - Intermediate

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:Software Developer
- Intermediate

Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Remote Status: On-Site

Job :14121-CSAR
- Chase

# of Openings:1

Auria is looking to hire a Software Engineer to support the development of the Command and Control System (CCS-C) Sustainment and Resiliency (C-SAR) for current and future satellites. The ideal candidate will work on backend services and integration frameworks using Java, C++, and Python, contributing to secure, scalable, and mission-critical DoD systems. This position is onsite in Colorado Springs, CO.

• Design, develop, test, and deploy backend services, APIs, and system components using Java, C++, and Python.
• Collaborate closely with frontend developers, systems engineers, Dev Sec Ops  teams, and testers to ensure high-quality integration and delivery.
• Develop software components that interact with satellite ground systems, network management interfaces, and secure communications protocols.
• Optimize system performance and reliability through well-structured code, profiling, and debugging.
• Support secure coding practices and ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements
• Participate in Agile development cycles, including sprint planning, daily scrums, and retrospectives.
• Conduct peer code reviews and contribute to system architecture decisions focused on scalability, maintainability, and performance.

• Active U.S. Government SECRET security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline and 7+ years of relevant experience,
• Or a Master's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience
• Strong development experience with Java, C++, and Python in Linux-based environments.
• Experience developing RESTful APIs, secure data exchange (e.g., JSON/XML), and service-oriented architectures (SOA).
• Familiarity with build systems (e.g., Maven, Gradle, CMake) and version control tools (e.g., Git/Git Hub).
• Proficient in backend testing methodologies and frameworks (e.g., JUnit, PyTest, Google Test).
• Experience with Scrum Master functions, facilitating team collaboration, managing sprint activities, and supporting Agile best practices to improve team efficiency and delivery consistency. Not required to be Scrum Master certified.
• Technical leadership experience, helping guide priorities, support decision-making, and mentor peers to ensure successful project execution.
• Strong debugging skills and experience using tools such as GDB, Valgrind, or performance profilers.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills within Agile development teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

• Experience with the Satellite Control Network (SCN) and SATCOM command and control (C2) systems, products, and interfaces.
• Familiarity with orbital mechanics concepts such as orbital propagation, two-body dynamics, and conjunction analysis, with experience integrating or supporting software systems that model or process space object tracking data.
• Knowledge of secure communication protocols, encryption, and authentication mechanisms.
• Familiarity with containerization (e.g., Docker) and orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Dev Sec Ops  tools (e.g., Jenkins, Git Lab CI, Nexus).
• Prior experience contributing to large-scale government software programs or defense acquisitions.

The salary offered will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications - skills, education & experience - and the position level. $108,000 - $140,000

Sep 13, 2026

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…