Senior Software Engineer – Space C2 & Real-Time Systems

Zachary Piper Solutions; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions seeks an experienced Software Engineer to support a leading aerospace and defense organization delivering mission-critical command-and-control software in Colorado Springs. The role is onsite with Top Secret clearance and involves end-to-end software development across API/backend, frontend, and geospatial tools.

The candidate will lead design, development, integration, and sustainment of software for space systems, ground segments, and real-time data processing, while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of software development supporting space/ground systems, including C2, mission planning, and real-time data processing.
• 5+ years of Python and 3+ years of JavaScript (Angular/JQuery), TypeScript, Java, and FastAPI development.
• 5+ years of full SDLC experience, including requirements, design, development, integration, testing, and deployment.
• 5+ years developing real-time 2D/3D geospatial UIs and working with PostgreSQL and SQL/NoSQL databases.
• 5+ years of software leadership on government programs, including Agile/DevSecOps environments and technical mentorship.
• Experience with API/backend architecture, CI/CD, automated testing/builds/deployments, and secure software development.
• Strong knowledge of C2, mission planning, ground systems, and mission‑critical real‑time applications; ability to obtain required program suitability.
• Active Top Secret (w/ SCI eligibility) or active TS/SCI clearance
• IAT Level II certification (Sec+, CCNA, CySA+, etc...)
• Ability & Willingness to work fully onsite in Colorado Springs, CO.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-lifecycle development of mission-critical software supporting space systems, ground segments, C2, mission planning, and real-time data processing, from requirements and architecture through deployment and sustainment.
• Architect and develop high-performance APIs, backend services, and system integrations connecting front-end and backend applications, with an emphasis on automation, security, reliability, and performance.
• Lead Agile/DevSecOps development and integration utilizing CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, builds, and deployment workflows.
• Develop modern, intuitive front-end applications and real-time 2D/3D geospatial visualizations, translating UI/UX designs into functional software.
• Lead code reviews, troubleshooting, testing, and performance optimization while driving software quality, security, development standards, and process improvements.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship across engineering teams, including R&D efforts, emerging technology implementation, and software/supplier performance.

Skills

Python

JavaScript

Geospatial UI

Leadership

Agile/DevSecOps

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in CS/SE/CE

Tools

Python

JavaScript

TypeScript

Java

FastAPI

Angular

JQuery

REST API

PostgreSQL

SQL/NoSQL databases

CI/CD

Geospatial Visualization

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions seeks an experienced Software Engineer to support a leading aerospace and defense organization delivering mission-critical command-and-control software in Colorado Springs. The role is onsite with Top Secret clearance and involves end-to-end software development across API/backend, frontend, and geospatial tools.

The candidate will lead design, development, integration, and sustainment of software for space systems, ground segments, and real-time data processing, while