Senior Python Developer

Description

SAIC is seeking a skilled and motivated Software Developer to support the Space Systems Command on a program that directly assists the US Space Force. The ideal candidate will be a Python developer responsible for porting a legacy Mission Unique Software (MUS) application to a modern, open-source command and control platform. The selected candidate will interface with Active Duty, US Government, and contractor personnel to re-engineer this software with a focus on creating a robust, secure, and maintainable application.

This role offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and is located at Kirtland AFB, New Mexico.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field, and nine (9) or more years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree and seven (7) or more years of relevant experience. Will accept 4 additional years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Active Top Secret or DoE Q clearance with SCI eligibility (must be eligible for SCI indoctrination within first 3 months of start date) and be able to obtain and maintain TS/SCI.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Proven work experience as a software developer with strong, demonstrated proficiency in Python.
• Practical experience developing and deploying applications on Linux-based distributions.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git.
• Experience managing daily tasks for a small team of developers.

• Analyze the architecture, functionality, and dependencies of the legacy MUS.
• Design, develop, and implement a modernized, Python-based version of the MUS within the COSMOS OpenC3 framework.
• Create and extend system automation, integration tools, and APIs for the new application.
• Develop and execute comprehensive testing plans, including unit and integration tests, to ensure the ported application meets all functional, performance, and security requirements.
• Integrate security into the development lifecycle (Dev Sec Ops ), utilizing code analysis tools and participating in all security processes, including remediation and disaster recovery operations.
• Author, collaborate on, and maintain high-quality project, system, and service documentation.
• Engage in day-to-day process optimization, issue discovery, and provide root cause analysis for software defects.
• Act as primary technical contact on project and interact with stakeholders.

• Experience with C/C++ for analyzing the legacy codebase is a plus.
• Direct experience with the COSMOS OpenC3 platform.
• Familiarity with satellite ground systems, Telemetry & Command (T&C) processing, and CCSDS standards.
• Knowledge of API design principles and experience building RESTful APIs.
• Demonstrated experience with Python test automation frameworks.
• Understanding of Dev Sec Ops  practices and experience with static/dynamic code analysis tools (e.g., Sonar Qube, Fortify).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipeline development using tools like Git Lab CI or Jenkins.
• Experience with virtualization products and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker).
• Knowledge of automation and configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet).