Software Engineer (5489) (Boulder, CO) (Secret)

SMX; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Job summary

SMX in Boulder, CO seeks a Software Engineer with strong C++ and Unreal Engine skills to support the FORGE MDPAP program in the Visualization subsystem. Position is on-site in Boulder, CO, 5 days per week.

Requirements include active DoD Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, and 5+ years of C++ experience. Proficiency in Unreal Engine and Linux is essential, with familiarity in Python, Docker/Kubernetes, and Agile practices welcomed.

Qualifications

• Active Interim DoD Secret Clearance required; US citizenship required.
• 5+ years of professional hands-on experience as a Software Engineer using C++.
• Proficient in Unreal Engine, including language features and best practices.
• Professional experience working in Linux environments.
• Ability to work onsite in Boulder, CO 5 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain high-quality software aligned with program and project objectives.
• Work independently and collaboratively with the development team to deliver complex features end to end.
• Contribute to containerized, distributed microservice architectures, including development, deployment, and testing.

Skills

C++

Unreal Engine

Linux

People management

Agile

Python

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

GitLab

Confluence

Job description

Are you interested in the next generation of Space Force Remote Sensing capabilities? 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.We are seeking a Software Engineer with strong C++ and Unreal Engine skills and an interest in people management to work on the FORGE MDPAP program as part of the Visualization subsystem team.Position is on-site in Boulder, CO 5 days per week.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain high-quality software aligned with program and project objectives.
• Work independently and collaboratively with the development team to deliver complex features end to end.
• Contribute to containerized, distributed microservice architectures, including development, deployment, and testing.

Required Skills & Experience

• This position requires an active Interim DoD Secret Clearance. Clearance required: Active DoD Secret. Due to the clearance requirement, U.S. Citizenship is required. Candidate must also participate in a background screen.
• 5+ years of professional hands-on experience as a Software Engineer using C++.
• Proficient in Unreal Engine, including language features and best practices.
• Professional experience working in Linux environments.
• Ability to work onsite in Boulder, CO 5 days per week.
• Strong problem-solving, collaboration, communication and attention to detail skills.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Familiarity with other programming languages such as Python or Javascript/Typescript
• Experience with or interest in people management (up to 5 direct reports).
• Experience with Agile software development methodology and tools such as Jira and Confluence.
• Familiarity with Gitlab, Gitlab Runner, Docker, Kubernetes and Helm Charts.
• Domain experience with remote sensing systems or ground architectures, especially experience with OPIR sensor processing.
• Experience working on “badge-less” engineering teams on a large National security contract.

Application Deadline: September 14, 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:: $110,000 USD - $140,000 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).