Software Engineer, Software Architect, Full Stack Developer

Position: Software Engineer - 175793
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Job Location:

Colorado Springs Security Clearance:
Top Secret Business Unit:
Zachary Piper Position Owner:
Mac Stephens Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to support a leading aerospace and defense organization delivering advanced command-and-control capabilities for a mission-critical U.S. government defense program. This role is fully onsite in Colorado Springs, CO (NO FLEXIBILITY) and requires an active Top Secret clearance w/ SCI eligibility
* The Software Engineer will lead the design, development, integration, and sustainment of mission-critical software supporting space systems, ground segments, Command & Control (C2), mission planning, and real-time data processing. This role will drive full-lifecycle software development across API/backend architecture, front-end and geospatial applications, and Agile/Dev Sec Ops  environments, while providing technical leadership and ensuring solutions meet performance, security, quality, and customer requirements.

Responsibilities of the Software Engineer:

Lead full-lifecycle development of mission-critical software supporting space systems, ground segments, C2, mission planning, and real-time data processing, from requirements and architecture through deployment and sustainment.

Architect and develop high-performance APIs, backend services, and system integrations connecting front-end and backend applications, with an emphasis on automation, security, reliability, and performance.

Lead Agile/Dev Sec Ops  development and integration utilizing CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, builds, and deployment workflows.

Develop modern, intuitive front-end applications and real-time 2D/3D geospatial visualizations, translating UI/UX designs into functional software.

Lead code reviews, troubleshooting, testing, and performance optimization while driving software quality, security, development standards, and process improvements.

Provide technical leadership and mentorship across engineering teams, including R&D efforts, emerging technology implementation, and software/supplier performance.

Qualifications for the Software Engineer:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of software development supporting space/ground systems, including C2, mission planning, and real-time data processing.
5+ years of Python and 3+ years of JavaScript (Angular/JQuery), Type Script, Java, and FastAPI development.
5+ years of full SDLC experience, including requirements, design, development, integration, testing, and deployment.
5+ years developing real-time 2D/3D geospatial UIs and working with PostgreSQL and SQL/No

SQL databases.
5+ years of software leadership on government programs, including Agile/Dev Sec Ops  environments and technical mentorship.

Experience with API/backend architecture, CI/CD, automated testing/builds/deployments, and secure software development.

Strong knowledge of C2, mission planning, ground systems, and mission-critical real-time applications; ability to obtain required program suitability.

Active Top Secret (w/ SCI eligibility) or active TS/SCI clearance
* IAT Level II certification (Sec+, CCNA, CySA+, etc...)
Ability & Willingness to work fully onsite in Colorado Springs, CO.Compensation for the Software Engineer:

Salary Range: $170,000 - $210,000
* depending on experience
* Comprehensive Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Plan, PTO, Holidays, Sick Leave if required by lawThis job opens for applications on 09/21. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.#LI-MS1#LI-ONSITE Keywords:
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