SciTec

Defense

Staff/SrStaffPythonSoftwareEngineer

$98–146k Boulder, Colorado, United States FULL TIME
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HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Staff / Sr Staff Python Software Engineer at SciTec. Skills: Python Software Development, Software Engineering, Missile Tracking, Missile Warning. Develop high-quality software features. Align features to project objectives”

Industry & Context.

Defense
Eligibility Requirements

U. S. citizenship required, Obtain security clearance

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, or computer science, 2+ years professional software engineering experience, Familiarity with microservice architectures, Proficiency in Python, Demonstrable understanding of software engineering principles, Commitment to code quality, Commitment to software engineering practices, Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance

Nice to Have

Advanced degree in physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, or computer science, Experience with remotely sensed data, Experience with aerospace engineering principles, Familiarity with messaging technologies, Background in statistics, Professional experience with DevOps processes, Professional experience with DevOps tools, Experience with SQL, Experience with PostGIS, Experience with Redis, Existing DoD security clearance

What You'll Do.

Develop high-quality software features

Align features to project objectives

Assist in containerization of software

Assist in testing of software

Assist in deployment of software

Deliver software to customers

Provide guidance to technical performers

Support technical performers

Prototype software solutions

Develop software solutions

Integrate software solutions

Test software solutions

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborative small-team environment; Work with Scientists; Work with Engineers; Work with Developers

Communication Scope

Verbal communication; Written communication

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. For over forty-five 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. 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, to support programs focusing on missile warning and missile tracking missions. 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 prototype, develop, integrate, and test advanced software solutions. Responsibilities * Work independently and with our team to develop high-quality software features aligned to project objectives * Assist in containerization, testing, and deployment of software for delivery to customers * Provide guidance and support for other technical performers * Other duties as assigned **Requirements** * A Bachelor's degree in the physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, or computer science * 2+ years professional software engineering experience * Familiarity with microservice architectures * Strong proficiency in Python * Demonstrable understanding of principles related to software engineering * Commitment to quality in code and software eng

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