Senior 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 and Defense. For over 45 years, SciTec has supported Department of Defense customers by developing innovative remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques for missile defense, intelligence, surveillance, & reconnaissance, space domain awareness, and aircraft survivability missions. SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts requiring U.S. citizenship. This role involves supporting programs that deliver Next-Generation Missile Warning software, focusing on end-to-end software processing of Overhead Persistent InfraRed (OPIR) sensor data for various defense applications. The position requires a Senior C++ Software Developer to design, implement, and optimize high-performance software for remote sensor data exploitation and analysis, with an emphasis on algorithm development and optimization within a large, production C++ codebase on Linux systems. The ideal candidate is a strong individual contributor with deep C++ expertise, solid systems knowledge, and experience in performance-critical software within a collaborative, Agile environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, or a related technical field
- 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
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
Senior
