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$125k–$162k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
4% Safe Harbor 401(k) Match, 100% Company Paid HSA, Medical Insurance, 80% Company Paid Dental Insurance, 100% Company Paid Vision Insurance, 100% Company Paid Life Insurance
Posted 42d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and optimize C++ software components for remote sensor data processing and image analysis. Lead small teams in an Agile environment to integrate advanced exploitation algorithms into government frameworks.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical field with 5+ years of C++ experience and 3+ years in Linux environments. Must be a U.S. citizen capable of obtaining and maintaining a DoD security clearance.
Full job description
SciTec, a wholly owned subsidiary of Firefly Aerospace, is a dynamic non-traditional defense contractor that delivers advanced technologies in support of U.S. National Security and Defense. For the past forty-five plus years, we have supported Department of Defense customers by developing innovative remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques to deliver world-class data exploitation capabilities supporting missile defense; intelligence, surveillance, & reconnaissance; space domain awareness; and aircraft survivability missions.
Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. Applicants that do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
SciTec is seeking a senior C++ software developer to support programs delivering Missile Defense Solution software. You will work within a fast-paced environment on a team delivering end-to-end software processing of Overhead Persistent InfraRed (OPIR) sensor data for Missile Warning, Missile Defense, Battlespace Awareness, and Technical Intelligence. This role focuses on hands-on algorithm development and optimization within a large, production C++ codebase running on Linux systems. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of a rapid pace environment consisting of scientists, engineers, and developers to prototype, develop, integrate, and test advanced front-end and back-end software solutions for integrating advanced exploitation algorithms into government frameworks. Our ideal candidate is a well-rounded, experienced C++ developer who works well as a part of a team, prioritizes the quality of their product, and seizes opportunities to be creative, learn and grow as a developer.
Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. SciTec cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of employee work visas of any type. Further, U.S. citizenship is a requirement to obtain and keep a security clearance. Applicants that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain C++ software components supporting remote sensor data processing
Develop and optimize high-throughput algorithms for image analysis, detection, and tracking
Improve performance, scalability, and reliability of existing software systems
Apply strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and performance trade-offs
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented C++ code using modern language features
Support integration, testing, and debugging in Linux environments
As a product owner, work closely with customers to maintain high quality software through all stages of the Software Development Cycle
Take a high-level software requirement and be able to develop, maintain, and implement it while leading a small team of developers in an Agile Development environment
Participate in code reviews and mentor team members
Support documentation, knowledge sharing, and clear communication across the organization
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, physical science, mathematics, or engineering
5+ years of professional experience of C++ software development experience
3+ years of professional experience working in Linux environments
Experience working with or building design systems and reusable component libraries
Solid understanding of software engineering best practices and commitment to high-quality code
Strong knowledge of data structures and algorithms
Demonstrated performance optimization skills for data-intensive or compute-intensive systems
Ability to work in-person in Boulder, CO office location
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
Effective communication skills and attention to detail
Candidates who have any of the following skills will be preferred:
An advanced degree in computer science, physical science, mathematics, or engineering
Experience using features of C++ 17, 20, or 23 standards
Experience with GPU programming (e.g., CUDA, OpenCL, or similar)
Strong understanding of object-oriented design principles, including SOLID patterns
Professional experience with Agile software development processes and tools
Experience working with remote sensing data (OPIR, EO/IR, SAR, Spectral, RF or similar)
Fluency in one or more additional languages such as Python, Rust, Java, or MATLAB
A current DoD security clearance
Experience with software prototyping, development, and integration within government frameworks
Experience with Jira, Confluence, Scrum
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SciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:
4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match
100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
80% company paid Dental insurance
100% company paid Vision insurance
100% company paid Life insurance
100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
Short-term Disability insurance
Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
Discretionary Performance Bonus
Paid Parental Leave
Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay
Flexible work hours
The pay range for this position is $120,000 - $175,000/ year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.
SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. VET/Disabled.
Related keywords
C++LinuxOPIRMissile DefenseRemote SensingCUDAOpenCLSOLID PatternsAgileScrumJiraConfluenceImage AnalysisDetection and TrackingSoftware Development Life CycleDoD Security Clearance
Delivering time-dominant solutions for national security space & defense at speed of need.
Industry
Defense and Space Manufacturing
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1979
Headquarters
Princeton, New Jersey
LinkedIn followers
25,839
SciTec, a Firefly Aerospace company, delivers advanced sensing and mission data processing systems that give U.S. and allied warfighters faster, more affordable, and more resilient decision advantage.
We transform raw sensor data into actionable intelligence through government owned, open architecture software that reduces vendor lock, accelerates integration, and enables rapid upgrades as threats evolve. Our capabilities strengthen missile warning, space domain awareness, and multi domain operations by delivering real time, high fidelity information operators can trust.
Our teams integrate sensor physics, algorithm development, real time processing, modeling and simulation, instrumentation, and modern software engineering to solve the hardest technical challenges in defense and space. We move capability from research to operational use at speed, fielding software that is iterated with operators, accepted by the mission, and ready for real world employment.
Together with Firefly Aerospace, we are advancing vertically integrated space and defense solutions that combine launch, spacecraft, sensing, and mission data processing to deliver capability to the field faster and for less.
We are always seeking engineers and scientists who want to build systems that matter. Systems that strengthen deterrence, enhance situational awareness, and deliver operational advantage to the warfighter.
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