SciTec · 22 hours ago
Sr Staff / Senior Python Software Engineer
Boulder, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$126K/yr - $175K/yr
6+ years expSciTec is a dynamic small business focused on delivering advanced sensor data processing technologies in support of National Security and Defense. They are seeking a Senior Python Software Engineer to design, develop, and sustain high-quality software systems for advanced analysis and data processing workflows, collaborating closely with scientific and technical users.
AerospaceConsultingInformation Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain high-quality Python software aligned with program and project objectives
Work independently and collaboratively with the development team to deliver complex features end to end
Collaborate directly with advanced technical and scientific users to translate analysis needs into robust software solutions
Contribute to containerized, distributed microservice architectures, including development, deployment, and testing
Design, implement, and maintain real-time or near-real-time data processing and streaming workflows
Ensure reliability, scalability, and performance of messaging systems and data pipelines
Identify technical risks and propose risk-reduction strategies to support program success
Participate in and guide Agile development activities, including code reviews, design discussions, and sprint planning
Promote strong engineering practices, including testing, documentation, and maintainability
Mentor junior and mid-level engineers through technical collaboration and code review
Champion comprehensive testing strategies, including unit, integration, and system testing
Contribute to documentation, knowledge sharing, and clear technical communication
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, or a related technical field
6+ years of professional software engineering experience
Strong proficiency in Python, including modern language features and best practices
Hands-on experience with microservice architectures and distributed systems
Experience writing and maintaining automated tests using pytest or similar frameworks
Professional experience working in Linux environments
Experience using version control systems such as Git
Solid understanding of software engineering fundamentals, including design patterns, modularity, and maintainability
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across technical disciplines
Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality, well-tested code
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work in person at the Boulder, CO office
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
Preferred
Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Physical Sciences
Experience working with remotely sensed data or scientific data processing workflows
Familiarity with messaging and communication technologies, such as: Protocol Buffers, ZeroMQ, Kafka, gRPC, REST APIs
Professional experience with DevOps and CI/CD tooling, including: Docker, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD
Experience working in Agile software development environments (e.g., Jira)
Active DoD security clearance
Benefits
4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match
100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
80% company paid Dental insurance
100% company paid Vision insurance
100% company paid Life insurance
100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
Short-term Disability insurance
Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
Discretionary Performance Bonus
Paid Parental Leave
Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay
Flexible Work Hours
Company
SciTec
The world brings ever-evolving challenges; SciTec builds solutions.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-10-05Acquired
Leadership Team
David Simenc
President
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