Senior C++ Software Engineer

SciTec•Boulder, CO

5d•$146,000 - $175,000•Onsite

About The Position

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. Applicants that do not meet this requirement will not be considered. SciTec has an immediate opportunity for a talented engineer to support our programs delivering Next-Generation Missile Warning software. This is a unique opportunity to join a small business delivering core capabilities for National defense. You will work within a fast-paced team delivering end-to-end software processing of Overhead Persistent InfraRed (OPIR) sensor data for Missile Warning, Missile Defense, Battlespace Awareness, and Technical Intelligence. We are seeking a Senior C++ Software Developer to design, implement, and optimize high-performance software supporting remote sensor data exploitation and analysis. This role focuses on hands-on algorithm development and optimization within a large, production C++ codebase running on Linux systems. The ideal candidate is a strong individual contributor with deep C++ expertise, solid systems knowledge, and experience working on performance-critical software in a collaborative, Agile environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, or a related technical field (Additional years of relevant experience may substitute for formal education)
5+ years of professional experience developing software in C++
3+ years of professional experience working in Linux environments
Strong knowledge of data structures and algorithms
Demonstrated performance optimization skills for data-intensive or compute-intensive systems
Experience writing production-quality, maintainable C++ code
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Detail-oriented with a focus on correctness and reliability
Ability to work full-time, in person at the Boulder, CO office
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience with modern C++ standards (C++17, C++20, or newer)
Experience with GPU programming (e.g., CUDA, OpenCL, or similar)
Strong understanding of object-oriented design principles, including SOLID patterns
Experience working with remote sensing data (OPIR, EO/IR, SAR, Spectral, RF, or similar)
Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Physical Sciences
Fluency in one or more additional languages such as Python, Rust, or MATLAB
Professional experience working in Agile software development environments
Active DoD Secret security clearance or higher

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
Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and design decisions
Collaborate with algorithm developers, systems engineers, and integration teams
Work effectively within an Agile software development process
Support integration, testing, and debugging in Linux environments
Communicate technical concepts clearly to team members and stakeholders
Perform other duties as assigned