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You will work with a small team to adapt, integrate, test, and transition a prototypeapplication that detects and separates closely spaced objects in EO/IR imagery. \nIn this role, you will lead the software integration effort required to connect the Python-based prototype tooperational message types, systems, and infrastructure. You will help transform research software into a reliable,maintainable application that can be deployed first in a testbed and ultimately in an operational Kubernetesenvironment. The application uses Python, NumPy, scikit-image, PyTorch, and Protocol Buffers-style messages.The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, computerengineering, or a related field, with three to seven years of relevant experience. \nThis position must be performed on-site at the BGIF in Boulder, Colorado. An active SECRET security clearance is required. The anticipated salary range for this position is $100,000-$165,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, skills, and other job-related considerations. We are considering candidates through September, with a planned start date in October 2026.\nCriteria for success \nCommunicate effectively in written and verbal form with engineers, users, and decision-makers. \nDemonstrate initiative when working with limited guidance or ambiguous requirements. \nDevelop reliable and maintainable operational applications. \nDesign clear interfaces and resolve complex integration problems. \nDevelop automated tests that provide confidence in software behavior and algorithm performance. \nCollaborate effectively within a small, multidisciplinary team. \nRequired Experience and Skills \nBachelor of Science in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, or a related engineering discipline. \nAt least three years of professional software engineering experience. \nAt least one year of professional Python development experience. \nExperience developing modular, reusable, and testable software. \nExperience integrating software components through structured messages, APIs, or other defined interfaces. \nExperience with container technologies such as Docker or Podman. \nExperience with Linux-based development and deployment environments. \nProficiency with software configuration management using Git. \nActive SECRET security clearance. \nAbility to work on-site at the BGIF in Boulder, Colorado. \nDesired Education and Experience \nMaster of Science in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, or a related discipline. \nExperience deploying and operating applications in Kubernetes. \nExperience defining or integrating Protocol Buffers messages. \nExperience transitioning research or prototype software into testbed or operational environments. \nExperience supporting Python applications that use NumPy, scikit-image, or PyTorch. \nFamiliarity with EO/IR, OPIR, GEOINT, image processing, or sensor-data systems. \nExperience with automated build, test, security-scanning, and deployment pipelines. \nExperience with GitFlow, GitOps, GitHub, GitLab, or comparable team-development workflows. \nExperience diagnosing performance, memory, dependency, and data-compatibility issues in distributed systems. \nAbout Awetomaton\nWe build software that enables humans to make informed decisions from raw intel data, with a specialization in satellite collection. We are a Dayton-based defense startup that believes there is a critical skill & culture gap - one we are filling with high-output, mission focused engineering talent. Results matter to our customers. We've never lost a customer because we deliver what they need. Awetomaton is where you do work that matters with a passionate team in an environment that inspires your creativity.\nBenefits\nWe provide industry leading benefits that balance your health & wellbeing today, as well as lay a solid financial future into retirement. Highlights of our benefit plan include:\nFlexible time off totaling 36 days / year. No approvals required.\n100% 401k company match up to IRS annual limits. This is a benefit of up to $24,500 for 2026.\nHealth plan through Blue Cross Blue Shield with Health Savings Account (HSA). We pay 95% of employee premiums including family plans.\nEmployee favorite: Tech and Wellness reimbursement of $3000 / year. Treat yourself with the newest gadgets or athletic gear. No approvals required.\nAnnual profit sharing as 401k contribution. No set percent and dependent on annual company performance. Benefit is above and beyond 401k match.\nMacBook laptop and well-equipped office spaces for optimal productivity in office and on-the-go.","description_format":"text","description_chars":4827,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":3,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"bachelor","optional":false},"security_clearance":true,"languages":[]},"benefits":["401k plan","Apple Macbook","Flexible time off","Retirement plans"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":[],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-11T23:07:34Z"}],"liveness":{"score":11,"band":"cold","label":"Long shot","p_open":1,"p_active":0.313,"p_room":0.35,"age_days":48,"expected_fill_days":22,"reasons":["conf:5","velocity","win:tail"],"computed_at":"2026-09-29T05:45:00Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":165000,"is_top_pay":false},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/awetomaton-software-engineer-python-kubernetes-integration","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/awetomaton-software-engineer-python-kubernetes-integration.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-09-30T05:28:01Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":3822,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":1178,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-10-01T00:00:00Z"}}}