Staff / Sr Staff C++ Software Engineer
About The Position
SciTec, a subsidiary of Firefly Aerospace, is a defense contractor specializing in advanced technologies for U.S. National Security. For over 45 years, SciTec has supported Department of Defense customers by developing innovative remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques for data exploitation in areas such as missile defense, intelligence, surveillance, & reconnaissance, space domain awareness, and aircraft survivability. SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts requiring U.S. citizenship and cannot sponsor work visas. This role involves supporting programs that deliver counter-UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) software, focusing on low-latency data processing, detection, and tracking algorithms for remote sensing systems. The ideal candidate will be a well-rounded C++ developer, capable of working in a fast-paced, collaborative, small-team environment, and able to prototype, develop, integrate, and test advanced software solutions into Government frameworks.
Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree in the physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, or computer science.
- At least two years of professional experience and fluency in C++
- At least two years of professional experience using Linux operating systems
- Professional experience with Agile software development
- Knowledge of Data Structures
- Optimization skills for high-data-throughput processing
- Detail oriented
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work full-time in-person in Boulder, CO office location
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
Nice To Haves
- GitLab CI/CD
- Containerization and orchestration such as with Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm
- Fluency in one or more of the following languages: Java, Python, Rust
- Strong understanding and experience with modern object-oriented design, inheritance patterns, and SOLID principles
- Experience implementing features of C++ 17, 20 or 23 standards
- Experience with the exploitation and analysis of OPIR, E/O, SAR, Spectral, RF, or other remotely sensed data
- An advanced degree in the physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, or computer science
- A current active DoD SECRET security clearance or higher
Responsibilities
- Implement software and optimize algorithms for high-throughput multi-object tracking systems
- Demonstrate fluent, idiomatic mastery of C++; comfortable with software design and architecture
- Work as part of an Agile team and contribute to shared tools
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
