Software Engineer

• →Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for software projects
• →Troubleshoot issues related to infrastructure, deployment, and performance
• →Build tools to reduce occurrence of errors and improve user experience
• →Perform root cause analysis and resolution of production errors
• →Design and document procedures for system troubleshooting and maintenance
• →Collaborate with development teams to optimize code for performance, reliability and scale
• →Automate deployment, scaling, and monitoring infrastructure using tools such as Kubernetes and Docker
• →Continuously evaluate and recommend improvements to our DevOps processes and tools
• →Implement and enforce best practices for security and compliance

• A Bachelor's degree in the physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, or computer science
• 5+ years of experience or exposure to software engineering roles and functions
• Java and C/C++ programming (including network, multi-threaded, client-server programming where applicable) on Windows and Linux platforms
• Batch File, Windows Script File, Unix Shell Scripting, Python Scripting
• Basic understanding of relational database applications and creation of expressions using Structured Query Language (SQL)
• Ability to design solutions to complex engineering problems
• A current active SECRET DoD security clearance or higher
• Willingness to work full time onsite in Boulder, CO

• Strong experience with Red Hat OpenShift and Kubernetes architecture
• An advanced degree in the physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, or computer science
• Professional experience with Agile software development
• Experience with FORGE MDPAF or satellite ground station processing (planning, ground control, data processing)

In addition to job-specific requirements, Centil believes it is important for all employees to possess the following skills/characteristics:

• Strong communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills.  Ability to passionately deliver high-level messaging to various types of audiences--this will eventually include senior leaders.  Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical personnel
• Self-motivated individual who actively and independently seeks out opportunities for learning and development
• Collaborates well; enjoys working as part of a team
• DoD Secret or higher clearance is preferred.  All applicants must be US citizens eligible for a US Government security clearance

Depending on experience and skillset, most candidates will earn between $120,000 and $160,000 per year.

Please note that the salary range is a general guideline only. We consider many factors when determining salaries including, but are not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education, training, certifications, key skills, and mission/customer familiarity. We combine these factors with market and business considerations to extend a job offer.