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Senior Software Engineer

On-site Full-time $135K/yr - $152K/yr

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

The successful candidate will be responsible for:Designing, implementing, and maintaining high-quality software aligned with program objectives. Working independently and collaboratively with development teams to deliver complex features from start to finish. Engaging directly with advanced technical and scientific users to translate analytical requirements into effective software solutions. Ensuring the reliability, scalability, and performance of messaging systems and data pipelines. Contributing to the development of containerized, distributed microservice architectures, including development, deployment, and testing. Designing, implementing, and maintaining real-time or near-real-time data processing and streaming workflows. Identifying technical risks and proposing strategies to mitigate them to support program success. Participating in and guiding Agile development practices, including code reviews, design discussions, and sprint planning. Promoting best engineering practices encompassing testing, documentation, and maintainability. Mentoring junior and mid-level engineers through technical collaboration and code reviews. Championing comprehensive testing strategies, including unit, integration, and system testing. Contributing to documentation and knowledge sharing initiatives.

About the job

SciTec, a wholly owned subsidiary of Firefly Aerospace, is an innovative defense contractor dedicated to delivering cutting-edge technologies that bolster U. S. National Security and Defense. With over 45 years of experience, we have supported Department of Defense clients by developing pioneering remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques that facilitate world-class data exploitation capabilities essential for missile defense, intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, space domain awareness, and aircraft survivability missions.

Important Notice: Due to the nature of our work, SciTec exclusively engages in U. S. government contracts, necessitating U. S. citizenship for all employees. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship for any employee work visas. U. S. citizenship is also required to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Candidates who do not meet these criteria will not be considered.

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to lead the design, development, and maintenance of high-quality software systems that support advanced analysis and data processing workflows. This position emphasizes distributed systems, microservices, and real-time data pipelines while collaborating closely with scientific and technical users in a mission-oriented setting.

The ideal candidate will be a strong individual contributor, possessing substantial expertise in C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python, sound software engineering judgment, and the ability to collaborate across various disciplines while influencing technical direction through mentorship and exemplary practice.

About SciTec, a subsidiary of Firefly Aerospace

SciTec is a forward-thinking defense contractor specializing in advanced technologies that enhance U. S. National Security and Defense. With a legacy spanning over 45 years, we are committed to innovation, supporting the Department of Defense with exceptional data exploitation capabilities.

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