Software Developer- Mid

Auria; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 97,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

401(k) match

Education support up to $12,000 annually

Premium healthcare plans

Job summary

Auria is seeking a Software Developer - Mid to design and implement automation solutions for satellite command and control operations in Colorado Springs, CO. The role requires proven experience in software development, collaboration across teams, and a commitment to mission-driven work.

Candidates should be U.S. citizens with a bachelor's degree in a related field and substantial agile development experience. The position offers flexibility, competitive pay, and excellent benefits including a 401(k) match and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience in software development.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government SECRET security clearance.
• Excellent organizational skills for managing multiple events.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and document technical products.
• Develop automation scripts to enhance satellite workflows.
• Collaborate with system developers and assist in updates.

Skills

Task Automated Operations (TAO)

Agile development

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Job Overview

Position: Software Developer - Mid

Location: Colorado Springs, CO (On‑Site)

Job Id: 14117-CSAR

# of Openings: 1

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, integrate, and document technical products within the CCS‑C system.
• Develop mission‑critical automation scripts using Task Automated Operations (TAO) to streamline satellite command and control workflows, enabling autonomous execution of telemetry procedures, reducing manual operator input, and enhancing resiliency in Department of Defense space operations.
• Collaborate with system developers, testers, and on‑site user support personnel to support system updates, analyze and resolve system issues, and ensure project objectives are met.
• Provide technical advice and deliver customer presentations for architecture and potential solutions.
• Attend and support highly technical engineering team meetings; support Data Products Development, which includes APIs, databases, Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), and simulations.

Qualifications

• Mission‑Driven Professional: Collaborative contributor motivated by the opportunity to develop cutting‑edge solutions that protect and serve the nation and the world.
• U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain a U.S. Government SECRET security clearance (existing clearance preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline and 7+ years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree and 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficient in Task Automated Operations (TAO), Trusted Autonomous Satellite Operations (TASO), or Autonomous Satellite Operations scripting.
• Experience working within an agile system development framework, conducting systems engineering tasks for a complex system across multiple teams of developers, engineers, and testers.
• Ability to isolate and resolve complex problems, identify workarounds, and implement and document corrective actions across multiple systems and components.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage numerous demonstration events simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with modern IT infrastructure capabilities including virtualization, cloud deployment, and containerization.
• Familiarity with DoD communication systems and subsystems (e.g., C2ISR platforms, SATCOM, data links).
• Experience with the Satellite Control Network (SCN) and Wideband SATCOM command and control systems, products, and interfaces.
• Experience with the EPOCH Product Suite and OASYS is a plus.
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum team using tools such as Jira and Confluence.
• Familiarity with other engineering disciplines (systems, hardware, test, configuration management, and quality engineering) and how they interact with software engineering.

Benefits

• Generous and Growing PTO with increasing annual accrual.
• True flexibility with contract permitting and flexible scheduling.
• 11 Paid Days Off: 6 fixed company holidays plus 5 floating holidays.
• 401(k) match up to 4% of contributions, vested immediately.
• Industry‑leading education support up to $12,000 annually for tuition and certifications.
• Premium healthcare plans with company‑sponsored HSA.
• Fully covered life insurance up to $50,000 at zero cost.
• Employee Assistance Program for mental health and financial coaching.

Salary

$97,000–$130,000, based on qualifications, skills, education, and experience.

Application Deadline

July 1, 2026

EEO Statement

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.