Senior Software Engineer (5829) (Boulder, CO) (Secret)

Outside Analytics; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

SMX Space and Intelligence (S&I) seeks a Senior Software Engineer to join our Boulder, CO team on-site. You will focus on backend development with Python, building scalable data processing and deployment pipelines, and working within DoD-compliant programs.

Responsibilities include designing features with cross-functional teams, using Gitlab/Docker/Kubernetes/Helm for deployments, and ensuring optimal performance through debugging and optimization. U.S.

Qualifications

• BS or advanced degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• 9+ years of professional software engineering experience with Python.
• Eligibility for Interim DoD Secret Clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deploy features.
• Write clean, maintainable code with Python and related tools.
• Utilize Gitlab, Gitlab Runner, Docker, Kubernetes and Helm for deployments.
• Optimize applications for speed and scalability.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues to ensure optimal performance.
• Utilize Jira for project management and tracking.
• Apply DoD standards and security protocols.

Skills

Python

Gitlab

Docker

Kubernetes

Helm Charts

Jira

Education

BS or advanced degree in Computer Science

Tools

Gitlab Runner

Confluence

Docker

Kubernetes

Helm Charts

Jira

Job description

Senior Software Engineer (5829) (Boulder, CO) (Secret)

Boulder, CO

The SMX Space and Intelligence (S&I) Business Unit (BU) is on the ground floor across the future remote sensing ecosystem for all orbital regimes (LEO, MEO, HEO, and GEO). We build, integrate, and operationally support our customers’ emerging space-ground systems to include real-time data processing frameworks, sensor data processing, and data visualization. We are teamed with the most passionate companies in industry, dedicated to bringing best-of-breed capabilities to address our customers’ most pressing needs.

SMX has an immediate opportunity for a Software Engineer who enjoys working on the backend particularly using Python. They have hands‑on experience and an understanding of engineering processes supporting large, National Defense, Agile software development programs.

Position location is on‑site in Boulder, CO, 5 days per week.

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define, design, and deploy features.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code particularly using Python Utilize Gitlab, Gitlab Runner, Docker, Kubernetes and Helm Charts for deployments.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues to ensure optimal performance.
• Utilize Jira for project management and tracking.
• Apply DoD standards and protocols to ensure compliance and security.

Required Skills & Experience

• Clearance Required: This position requires an Interim DOD Secret Clearance or higher. Due to the clearance requirement, U.S. Citizenship is required. Candidate also must agree to participate in a background screen.
• BS or advanced degree in Computer Science or another relevant field
• 9+ years of professional experience as a software engineer focusing on creating performant solutions using Python

Desired Skills & Experience

• Familiarity with Gitlab, Gitlab Runner, Docker, Kubernetes and Helm Charts.
• Experience with tools such as Jira, Confluence Experience working on “badge-less” engineering teams on a large National security contract.
• Domain experience with remote sensing systems or ground architectures, especially experience with OPIR sensor processing.

Application Deadline: December 28, 2026

The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:

$150,000 - $180,000 USD

At SMX, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward‑looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F‑1 OPT, F‑1 STEM OPT, F‑1 CPT, J‑1, TN, E‑2, E‑3, L‑1 and O‑1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).

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