C++ Senior Staff/Senior Software Engineer

SciTec • Boulder, CO • 18h ago

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 proto@type, 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 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.

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