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Sierra Space · 4 hours ago

Sr Software Engineer

Centennial, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$153K/yr - $210K/yr

8+ years exp

Sierra Space is an industry-leading space and defense technology company that builds missions and systems for national security. The Sr. Software Engineer role involves designing and implementing software applications for space systems, requiring deep expertise in programming and software development principles, along with technical leadership and collaboration with team members.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceIndustrial ManufacturingSpace TravelTransportation

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Designing, developing, and testing software applications for space systems and technologies

Writing clean, maintainable code

Collaborating with team members to understand project requirements

Contributing to the development of innovative software solutions

Providing technical leadership, mentorship, and making high-level design decisions that significantly impact program cost, schedule, and technical performance

Architect and implement complex software systems to meet project requirements

Utilizing version control systems such as Git to manage code changes

Participating in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to development standards

Troubleshooting and resolving software-related issues in a timely manner

Documenting software configurations, processes, and procedures for future reference

Staying current with industry trends and advancements in software development and space technologies

Qualification

C++Software Development PrinciplesComplex Software SystemsAgile/ScrumSocket I/OPUB/SUB MessagingSoftware Design PatternsSysML/UMLLinux DevelopmentTechnical LeadershipCode ReviewsTroubleshootingTeam CollaborationDocumentation

Required

Requires bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or master's +6 yrs experience)

Typically, 8+ years of related experience

Deep expertise in multiple programming languages and software development principles

Ability to design, architect, and implement complex software systems

Experience with different software development methodologies such as Agile and Scrum/Kanban

Strong leadership skills to lead a team of engineers

Ability to make high-level design decisions that will have significant impacts on program cost, schedule, and technical performance

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance is required

Preferred

Strong technical understanding of C++ and Object-Oriented Programming

Experience implementing client-server applications using socket I/O using TCP/UDP

Experience implementing loosely coupled applications using PUB/SUB messaging

Familiarity with Open Standards such as CCSDS, C2MS, Open Mission Systems (OMS), and Universal C2 Interface (UCI)

Experience with spacecraft flight software development

Experience developing mission management and/or payload control software

Demonstrated experience leading a team developing software

Experience with software tools for requirements tracking, code reviews, static analysis, library and artifact repository, and automated build

Knowledge of software development methodologies such as Agile/Scrum

Experience and knowledge of Software Design Patterns

Experience using SysML/UML to create Software Designs

Experience testing and debugging on both Software in the Loop (SITL) and Hardware in the Loop (HITL, on target platform) environments

Experience with Source Code Configuration Management platforms (GIT, SVN)

Experience developing on Linux

Experience with network configurations including netco

Experience with embedded programming including new board build up

Experience optimizing computer system performance including optimization for timing

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

And more

Company

Sierra Space

Sierra Space is a commercial space company that specializes in the development of advanced space technologies and solutions. It is a sub-organization of Sierra Nevada Corporation.

Founded in 2021

Louisville, Colorado, USA

1001-5000 employees