Staff / Sr Staff Python Software Engineer

Overview

Staff / Sr Staff Python Software Engineer – Boulder, CO

SciTec is a dynamic small business delivering advanced sensor data processing technologies and scientific instrumentation capabilities for National Security and Defense. We support DoD and U.S. Government customers in building innovative tools for world-class data exploitation capabilities.

Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. SciTec cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of employee work visas. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

We are seeking a talented Python Software Developer to support programs focusing on missile warning and missile tracking. The ideal candidate will have extensive Python experience, thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, small-team environment, and be able to prototype, develop, integrate, and test advanced software solutions.

Location: Boulder, CO. Remote work is not stated.

Responsibilities

• Work independently and with the team to develop high-quality software features aligned to project objectives
• Assist in containerization, testing, and deployment of software for delivery to customers
• Provide guidance and support for other technical performers
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, or computer science
• 2+ years of professional software engineering experience
• Familiarity with microservice architectures
• Strong proficiency in Python
• Understanding of software engineering principles and commitment to code quality
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
• Detail-oriented with good verbal and written communication skills

Candidates with any of the following will be preferred:

• Advanced degree in physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, or computer science
• Experience with remotely sensed data or aerospace engineering principles
• Familiarity with messaging technologies (protobuf, ZMQ, Kafka, gRPC, REST APIs)
• Background in statistics
• DevOps experience with Docker, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD
• Experience with SQL, PostGIS, Redis

Note: Resumes, Cover Letters, and Applications generated by AI will not be considered for employment.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 3% fully vested company 401K contribution (no employee contribution required)
• 100% company-paid HSA medical insurance with two buy-up options
• 100% company-paid Vision, Life, and Long-term Disability insurance
• 80% company-paid dental insurance
• Discretionary performance bonus and annual profit-sharing
• Paid parental leave and generous paid time off
• Flexible work hours

Salary: $98,000 – $146,000 per year. Offer level is determined by role responsibilities, experience, education, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.

SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. VET/Disabled.