Job Title: Software Engineer - C

Job Description

As a Software Engineer, you will develop and maintain C and Python-based backend applications for satellite ground systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and implement robust server-side solutions. Your role involves modifying and improving existing codebases for enhanced performance and scalability, conducting software design and code reviews, and contributing to all phases of the software development lifecycle, ensuring adherence to Agile principles. Additionally, you will participate in system integration and project milestone completion under the guidance of supervisors, while keeping abreast of advancements in relevant technologies to drive continuous innovation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain C and Python-based backend applications for satellite ground systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and implement robust server-side solutions.
• Modify and improve existing codebases for enhanced performance and scalability.
• Conduct software design and code reviews, integrating best practices and innovations.
• Contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle, ensuring adherence to Agile principles.
• Participate in system integration and project milestone completion under guidance from supervisors.
• Keep abreast of advancements in relevant technologies to drive continuous innovation.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and six (6) years of relevant software engineering experience.
• Experience with C software development in a Linux environment.
• Active and transferable U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance is required prior to the start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Python.
• Experience working with the Atlassian Tool suite.
• Experience developing software in Agile and/or DevOps environments.
• Previous work on satellite GPS software is desirable.
• Experience troubleshooting or debugging software.
• Experience with unit and automated functional test concepts.
• Experience with some areas of satellite ground system software such as mission management, planning and scheduling, command and telemetry, satellite operations, or flight dynamics.

Work Environment

Our inclusive culture values collaboration and innovation, offering professional growth through mentorship and continuous learning. This position is hybrid at our Aurora campus.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $80.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Aurora,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 14, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $45 - $80