Software Architect

ENSCO, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 116,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Positive working environment

Job summary

Ensco, Inc. is seeking a Software Architect to join its Military Satellite Communications team in Colorado Springs or El Segundo. The role involves designing and implementing high-quality software across various platforms while maintaining architectural integrity.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field and over 5 years of experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of $116,000 to $156,000 USD and the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of applicable experience.
• Demonstrated experience designing and delivering large scale, production ready systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement high quality software while maintaining architectural integrity.
• Lead architectural decision making, setting technical direction.
• Collaborate closely within a small, high impact team.

Skills

Cloud expertise

Kubernetes

DevSecOps principles

Effective technical communication

Programming in Go, TypeScript, or Java

Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible)

Experience with messaging or event streaming platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, or equivalent

Tools

Git workflows

Microsoft Office products

Job description

Software Architect

We are seeking a Software Architect to join the Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) Systems Engineering, Integration and Test (MSEIT) team in Colorado Springs, CO or El Segundo, LA.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement high quality software while maintaining architectural integrity across the stack
• Lead architectural decision making, setting technical direction and balancing key trade offs
• Own solutions end to end, from design through deployment and long term stewardship
• Work autonomously, showing initiative and strong problem solving capability
• Collaborate closely within a small, high impact team and contribute to shared delivery
• Operate effectively in a fast moving environment with evolving requirements
• Shape foundational architecture and establish best practices for long term success
• Adopt and explore emerging AI assisted development tools to enhance delivery and quality

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, or equivalent field
• 5+ years of applicable experience
• Demonstrated experience designing and delivering large scale, production ready systems
• Strong cloud and Kubernetes expertise, including ecosystem tooling and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, or similar)
• Familiarity with GitOps, secure system design, supply chain security, and air gapped environments
• Strong understanding of DevSecOps principles
• Experience with messaging or event streaming platforms (e.g., Kafka).
• Broad technical capability, able to reason across the stack and make sound architectural trade offs
• Experience with Go, TypeScript, or Java; proficiency with Git workflows, code review, and CI/CD
• Experience with AI assisted and agentic development tools, including safe integration practices
• Effective technical communicator able to document and justify architectural decisions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint
• ABILITY TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A DOD SECRET SECURITY CLEARANCE IS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION FOR WHICH, YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN

Qualifications Desired

• Experience supporting government or Department of War (DoW) systems
• Experience with MILSATCOM, such as AEHF, EPS, WGS, Protected Tactical SATCOM and COMSATCOM
• Experience with maintaining software requirements alongside systems engineers, and establishing requirements traceability to capabilities

Salary Range

$116,000 – $156,000 USD

REAL ID Requirement

This position may require the ability to access U.S. federal facilities. In accordance with the Department of Homeland Security's enforcement of the REAL ID Act, as of May 7, 2025, individuals must present a REAL ID-compliant form of identification or an acceptable alternative to gain entry.

Benefits

At ENSCO, a positive working environment and a competitive salary are only part of the reason for choosing a career here. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that creates a stimulating and supportive environment where you can thrive.

Export Control and Licensing

This position may involve access to technology or technical data that is controlled under U.S. export control laws and regulations and the release of which to a non US person may require an export license from the U.S. Government.

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EEO Statement

ENSCO, Inc. and its wholly owned U.S. subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers- veterans, disability