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Associate C++ Software Engineer - Boulder, CO

ScitecBoulder, COL6 LeadSeptember 15th, 2026
SciTec has been awarded multiple government contracts and is growing our creative Team! SciTec, Inc. 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. 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. 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 senior software 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. Our ideal candidate will be a well-rounded C++ developer, work well as part of a rapid pace, collaborative, small-team environment and be able to engineer, prototype, develop, integrate, and test advanced software solutions into Government frameworks.ResponsibilitiesWorks on program sub task or feature, may own small projectsDemonstrates fluency of primary coding language; comfortable with software designRegularly communicates with team leads, engages in agile meetings and processesOther duties as assignedRequirementsA Bachelor's degree in the physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, or computer scienceExperience and fluency in C++Experience using Linux operating systemsThe ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearanceKnowledge in C++ language on LinuxKnowledge of writing and debugging MakefilesKnowledge of writing and debugging shell scriptsKnowledge of Data StructuresDetail orientedGood verbal and written communication skillsCandidates who have any of the following skills will be preferredAn advanced degree in the physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, or computer scienceAt least one year of professional experience and fluency in C++At least two years of professional experience using Linux operating systemsExperience implementing features of C++ 11, 14, 17 and 20 standardsOptimization skills for high data throughput processingStrong understanding and experience with modern object-oriented design, inheritance patterns and SOLID principlesSoftware vulnerability analysis and remediation using static code analysis toolsUnit, component, and integration test development with a test framework such as googletest - test driven designException and error handling for recovery and graceful degradationApplication containerization and orchestration with docker, docker-compose, podman, Kubernetes, etc.Process automation and CI/CD in Jenkins, gitlab-ci or similarBuild configuration with CMakeExperience with the exploitation and analysis of OPIR, E/O, SAR, Spectral, RF, or other remotely sensed dataProfessional experience with DevSecOpsProfessional or academic experience with Agile software developmentResumes, Cover Letters, and Applications which are generated by AI will not be considered for employment.Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.BenefitsSciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:3% Fully Vested Company 401K Contribution (no employee contribution required) 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options80% company paid Dental insurance100% company paid Vision insurance100% company paid Life insurance100% company paid Long-term Disability insuranceShort-term Disability insuranceAnnual Profit-Sharing PlanDiscretionary Performance BonusPaid Parental LeaveGenerous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick PayFlexible Work HoursThe pay range for this position is $88,000 - $107,000 / year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. VET/Disabled.