Senior Software Engineer Lead and Architect

Auria Space; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 129,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Auria Space is seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to lead a small team for the adaptation of the Battlespace Operational Readiness Game (BORG) for the USSF Space Training and Readiness Command in Colorado Springs, CO. The role is hybrid and requires 15-20 years of software engineering experience, leadership in Agile environments, and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Salary ranges from $129,000 to $184,000, and candidates must have active security clearance.

Qualifications

• 15-20 years of experience in software engineering with a focus on Modeling & Simulation, 3D Data Visualization, or Systems Integration.
• Minimum 10 years in a leadership role within an Agile Scrum environment.
• Active Secret clearance with Top Secret eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead small, cross-functional teams in the development of training solutions.
• Act as a Product Owner, translating stakeholder requirements into actionable user stories.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers in Agile Scrum practices.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field

Tools

Jira

3D visualization tools (e.g., Cesium, STK, ArcGIS, Unity)

DevSecOps environment tools

Job description

Rising Together: At Auria, we believe in elevating people to achieve the extraordinary. We understand that the mission relies on each team member's dedication and contributions and seek individuals with the desire to be part of something bigger and the courage to invest themselves in the outcomes.

Auria is looking to hire a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to lead a small team to support the adaptation of Auria's Battlespace Operational Readiness Game (BORG) to the Operational Test and Training Infrastructure (OTTI) for the USSF Space Training and Readiness Command (STARCOM). The OTTI seeks to establish live, virtual, and constructive (LVC) training environments that enable Guardians to test, train, and develop tactics in an operationally relevant scheme to achieve and sustain full spectrum readiness. This role is HYBRID in Colorado Springs, CO.

The ideal candidate will apply their experience in leading small Agile Scrum teams and driving technology decisions to support OTTI training, education, and planning needs. The candidate will have the opportunity to gain deep expertise in the space warfighting domain, distributed training environments, Ansys Systems Tool Kit (STK), and industry-leading simulation technologies.

What You Can Expect To Do

• Contribute to Advancing USSF Full Spectrum Readiness: Lead small, cross‑functional teams in the design, development, and implementation of impactful training, education, and planning solutions - ensuring alignment with STARCOM training goals to enhance Guardian readiness.
• Translate Requirements into Mission‑Ready Software: Act as a Product Owner, gathering critical requirements from stakeholders, including government end users, integrators, and other capability vendors. Translate these needs into actionable user stories and a prioritized product backlog, driving the development of software solutions that directly address real‑world challenges and contribute to mission success.
• Develop Secure and Reliable Software: Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications and components across a tiered DevSecOps environment, adhering to industry and DoD standards for software engineering and cybersecurity.
• Collaborate Across the Training Environment: Work closely with diverse stakeholders, including domain subject matter experts, integrators, program managers, and other capability vendors, to ensure seamless integration and successful delivery of solutions that meet critical mission requirements.
• Influence the Technical Direction of Critical Programs: Actively participate in technical discussions and architectural decisions, influencing direction and ensuring solutions that address complex distributed training challenges. Your exposure to mission operations on site will transform you into a domain expert that will help us drive future solutioning and product strategy.
• Mentor and Develop Future Leaders: Provide strong technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning, professional growth, and technical excellence within your team.
• Ensure Code Quality and Security: Conduct rigorous code reviews, provide insightful feedback, and enforce coding standards and industry best practices to ensure the reliability and integrity of the software developed for mission‑critical applications.
• Stay at the Forefront of Technology: Continuously explore emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices within your specialization and the DoD software landscape, applying that knowledge to drive innovation and continuously improve development processes.
• Champion Agile Scrum Development: Continue Auria's Agile excellence by coaching and ensuring the team adheres to Scrum principles and best practices.

What The Team Requires

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field from an accredited university.
• 15‑20 years of experience in software engineering, with a significant focus in one of:
  • Modeling & Simulation: Experience with M&S platforms, tools (e.g., STK, AFSIM), and methodologies, including their test and integration in software applications.
  • 3D Data Visualization: Expertise with 3D "whole earth" applications (Cesium, STK, ArcGIS, Unity) and data visualization techniques, including for geographic information systems (GIS), game, or simulation purposes.
  • Systems Integration & Test: Strong background in planning, performing, and testing diverse system integrations through public APIs (REST, ASP.NET) or C#/C++ assemblies/DLLs in a DevSecOps environment.
• A minimum of 10 years of proven experience in a leadership role within an Agile Scrum environment, especially as a Scrum Master or Product Owner.
• Excellent problem‑solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• A strong understanding of software development methodologies, design patterns, and best practices, including in DevSecOps environments.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with technical and non‑technical stakeholders, including DoD personnel.
• Experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and related project management tools (Jira).
• A proven track record of successfully implementing complex software projects and meeting deadlines.
• Domain‑specific knowledge in one of:
  • Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) distributed training environments.
  • Space and Missile Defense, e.g., space operations, orbital warfare (OW), electronic warfare (EW), command and control (C2).
• Experience working within the DoD.
• Active Secret clearance with Top Secret, Special Compartmented Information, and Special Access Program eligibility.
• U.S. Citizenship.
• Mission‑Driven Professional: Collaborative contributor motivated by the opportunity to develop cutting‑edge solutions that protect and serve both the nation and the world.

What The Team Prefers

• Master's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Industry‑recognized Agile certification (e.g., CSM, CSPO).
• Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS) or GovCloud.
• Experience with Digital Engineering and using digital models and data to design, build, test, and operate complex systems.
• Experience designing and developing interactive experiences using the Unity game engine.
• Experience in leveraging web APIs or WebSockets to facilitate client‑server communication and data exchange.
• Proficient in graphics arts using Photoshop, Illustrator, or other graphic design tools.

Pay Transparency

$129,000 - $184,000

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Auria is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.