Staff / Sr Staff C++ Software Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 2, 2026. First seen by Alion on Apr 16, 2026. SciTec scores A on the Alion truth index.
SciTec, a wholly owned subsidiary of Firefly Aerospace, is a dynamic non-traditional defense contractor that delivers advanced technologies in support of U.S. National Security and Defense. For the past forty-five plus years, we have supported Department of Defense customers by developing innovative remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques to deliver world-class data exploitation capabilities supporting missile defense; intelligence, surveillance, & reconnaissance; space domain awareness; and aircraft survivability missions.
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 software engineer to support our programs delivering Next-Generation Missile Warning software. This is a unique opportunity to join a small business that provides core capabilities for National Security and Defense. Our teams focus on image analysis, low-latency data processing, detection, and tracking algorithms for exploitation of remote sensing systems. The ideal candidate will be well-rounded C++ developer, work well as part of a rapid pace, collaborative, small-team environment, and be able to prototype, develop, integrate, and test advanced software solutions into Government frameworks.
Responsibilities
- Implement new algorithms for remote sensor data exploitation
- Optimize existing high-throughput algorithms surrounding our image analysis, detection, and tracking efforts
- 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
Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree in the physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, or computer science.
- Additional year of education may be substituted for years of professional experience.
- At least five years of professional experience and fluency in C++
- At least three years of professional experience using Linux operating systems
- 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
Candidates who have any of the following skills will be preferred
- Experience with GPU programming
- 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
- Fluency in one or more of the following languages: Matlab, Rust, Python
- Professional experience with Agile software development
- A current active DoD SECRET security clearance or higher
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Benefits
SciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:
- 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
The pay range for this position is $102,000- $157,000 / 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.