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Sr Software Engineer, Ground Software

Protingent
  • Louisville, CO
  • $156,666–$215,436 Per Year
  • Quick Apply
30+ days ago

Job Description

Position Title: Sr Software Engineer, Ground Software

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting Direct Hire Sr Software Engineer, Ground Software opportunity.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, and test software applications for space systems and technologies while writing clean, maintainable code that adheres to best practices and coding standards.
  • You will architect and implement complex software systems to meet project requirements and collaborate with team members to understand project needs, contributing to the development of effective software solutions.
  • Utilizing version control systems such as Git, you will manage code changes and work collaboratively with team members.
  • You will participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to development standards, troubleshoot and resolve software-related issues in a timely manner, and document software configurations, processes, and procedures for future reference.
  • Staying current with industry trends and advancements in software development and space technologies will be essential.
  • Additionally, you will provide technical leadership, mentorship, and support to team members, making high-level design decisions that have significant impacts on program cost, schedule, and technical performance.

Job Qualifications:
  • Requires bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or master's +6 yrs experience).
  • Typically, 8+ years of related experience.
  • Deep expertise in multiple programming languages and software development principles.
  • Ability to design, architect, and implement complex software systems.
  • Experience with different software development methodologies such as Agile and Scrum/Kanban.
  • Strong leadership skills to lead a team of engineers.
  • Ability to make high-level design decisions that will have significant impacts on program cost, schedule, and technical performance.

Preferred Job Qualifications:
  • Advanced expertise in Python and React with demonstrated ability to architect complex applications.
  • Proven experience designing and implementing solutions with Python FastAPI.
  • Extensive experience with Kubernetes, Helm, and ArgoCD for enterprise-level application deployments and orchestration.
  • Demonstrated mastery of code coverage testing methodologies and implementing comprehensive unit testing strategies.
  • Proven leadership in Agile or Scrum/Kanban environments, including guiding teams through sprints and utilizing enterprise tools (JIRA, Confluence).
  • Advanced proficiency with scripting languages (Bash, PowerShell) and expertise with automation tools (Ansible).
  • Expert-level analytical skills for system optimization, performance profiling, and troubleshooting complex distributed systems.
  • Superior communication and team leadership abilities, with track record of effectively using collaborative tools (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket) and facilitating development ceremonies (daily standups, backlog grooming, sprint planning, task estimation, retrospectives).
  • Extensive experience with AWS cloud platforms and cloud-native architecture design.
  • Advanced knowledge of containerization (Docker) and container orchestration (Kubernetes) at scale.
  • Deep understanding of network protocols, security principles, and implementing secure coding practices in enterprise environments.
  • Proven ability to create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for complex systems.
  • Expert problem-solving skills with demonstrated experience designing and optimizing CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
  • Extensive experience implementing and optimizing continuous integration workflows and automated testing strategies.
  • Advanced knowledge and practical implementation of Software Design Patterns in enterprise applications.
  • Expert-level knowledge of database management systems (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB) including optimization and scaling strategies.

Job Details:
  • Job Type: Direct Hire
  • Location: Louisville, CO or Centennial, CO.
  • Salary Range: $156,666.00 - $215,436.
  • Required US Citizenship -May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level.

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

Numbers & Facts

LocationLouisville, CO
Salary$156,666–$215,436 Per Year

Skills

  • Aerospace and Defenseunmatched
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