Senior / Principal Python Engineer

SciTec • Boulder, CO • 1d ago

SciTec is a dynamic small business, with the mission to deliver advanced sensor data processing technologies and scientific instrumentation capabilities in support of National Security and Defense, and we are growing our creative team! We support customers throughout the Department of Defense and U.S. Government in building innovative new tools to deliver unique world-class data exploitation capabilities.

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.

SciTec has an immediate opportunity for a talented Python Software Developer in Boulder, CO, or Princeton, NJ to support programs focusing on optimization of satellite scheduling for missile detection. Our ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Python, thrive as part of a rapidly paced, collaborative, small-team environment consisting of Scientists, Engineers, and Developers, and be able to proto@type, develop, integrate, and test advanced software solutions.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate fluent, idiomatic mastery of Python.

Design, test, and deliver Python-based software to Government customers.

Improve Python tools surrounding our modeling and simulation efforts.

Assist in containerizing, testing, and deploying software for delivery to customers.

Work independently and within an Agile software development team to develop software features which satisfy contract requirements.

Providing mentorship to junior Python developers.

Regularly communicate program software development status with management and engage in program-level meetings and processes.

Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, mathematics, engineering, or the physical sciences.

8+ years (Senior) or 12+ years (Principal) of ongoing professional experience and fluency in Python.

8+ years of ongoing professional experience using Linux operating systems.

Demonstratable understanding of principles related to software engineering and a commitment to quality in code and software engineering practices.

Experience creating and deploying microservice containers.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Professional experience with Agile software development.

The ability to obtain and keep a DoD security clearance.

Candidates who have any of the following skills will be preferred:

A current active DoD SECRET security clearance or higher.

Experience creating and deploying containerized microservices using Docker Compose.

Experience with software prototyping, development, and integration within government frameworks.

Professional experience with DevSecOps.

Experience with the exploitation and analysis of OPIR, E/O, SAR, Spectral, RF, or other remotely sensed (satellite) data.

An advanced degree in computer science, software engineering, mathematics, engineering, or the physical sciences.

Professional experience with application orchestration and/or deployment to the cloud.

*Resumes, Cover Letters, and Applications which are generated by AI will not be considered for employment.

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Benefits

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 $145,000- $204,000 / 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.

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