Secret Cleared C++/Algorithm Software Developer

Insight Global; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense technology company in Boulder, CO is seeking a Secret Cleared C++/Algorithm Software Developer to work on missile tracking and algorithm solutions. Candidates should have an active Secret clearance and a STEM Degree, with 2-10+ years of experience in relevant fields like programming and simulation software. The position is full-time, supporting classified programs with a competitive salary range of $40-$75/hr.

Qualifications

• 2-10+ years of relevant experience required.
• Experience in algorithm development for missile tracking/prediction.
• Familiarity with Kepler, Kalman algorithms for object tracking.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement algorithm solutions for sensor exploitation.
• Participate in technical peer reviews and teamwork.
• Evaluate system performance and track defects.

Skills

Active Secret clearance

Proficiency in Python or C++

Experience with Modeling & Simulation software

Strong understanding of state estimation

Experience with microservices, CI/CD

Education

STEM Degree

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Job description

Secret Cleared C++/Algorithm Software Developer

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Base Pay Range

$40.00/hr - $75.00/hr

Position Details

• Title: Aerospace/Algorithm Software Engineers
• Location: Boulder, CO 80301
• Duration: 9‑month contract to hire
• Compensation: $40‑$75/hr ($90‑$150k annual, depending on experience)

Desired Skills and Experience *

• Active Secret clearance or higher
• STEM Degree and 2-10+ years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in Python or C++ programming (full life‑cycle) – This position requires 50‑60% hands on programming/Algorithm Development
• Experience with Python or Matlab
• Experience with Modeling & Simulation software or related Aerospace/Physics background in object tracking and/or state estimation and prediction

Plusses

• Strong understanding of state estimation and prediction
• Working knowledge of sensors, OPIR, electro‑optical, image/signal processing
• Familiarity with Kepler, Kalman and polynomial algorithms for object tracking
• Experience with Simulation tools such as MATLAB, Simulink or ClearCase/ClearQuest
• Experience with microservices, containerization, CI/CD, and Agile methodologies, etc.

Day-to-Day *

• A company in the Boulder, CO area is looking for Software and Algorithms Engineers to join their team in support of classified programs. The SW/Algorithms Engineers are a combination of aerospace and software engineers responsible for missile tracking/prediction and software development. Day to day duties will include researching and identifying highly complex and multi-faceted problems as well as designing/implementing algorithm solutions for a broad range of sensor exploitation activities for the identification, characterization, interpretation, and change detection of objects/events. IR sensor data is received and used for state estimation and prediction, satellite positioning and tracking and creates an accurate 3D track state to determine missile trajectory. The Algorithm engineer will participate in technical peer reviews and work with various Integrated Product Teams and have the ability to communicate and present technical findings and approaches. The Algorithms Engineer will also be responsible for receiving IR sensor data and simulated data to be used for state estimation and prediction, satellite positioning and tracking. Responsibilities will also include evaluating system performance, tracking residuals, coding and integration into systems and working through assigned defects. This is a contract to hire for a large aerospace and defense technology company in Boulder, CO.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Engineering Services and Software Development