Senior Software Engineer Boulder, CO; Secret Security Clearance

Position: Senior Software Engineer (4930) (Boulder, CO) (Secret) with Security Clearance
Outside Analytics has recently become a proud subsidiary of SMX, marking an exciting collaboration that enhances our collective capabilities to deliver cutting-edge digital transformation solutions. Are you interested in the next generation of Space Force Remote Sensing capabilities? At Outside Analytics we're on the ground floor of helping across the future remote sensing ecosystem across all orbital regimes (LEO, MEO, HEO, and GEO)!

We build, integrate, and operationally support our customer's emerging space-ground systems to include real-time data processing frameworks, sensor data processing, and data visualization. We are teamed with the most passionate companies in industry, dedicated to bringing best-of-breed capabilities to address our customers most pressing needs. We have an immediate opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer who is excited to apply their talents to our customer's challenging project and one who will thrive in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate is a recognized professional with hands-on expertise and an excellent understanding of engineering processes supporting large, National Defense, Agile software development programs. With a team of system and software engineers in a fast-paced environment you will be an integral part of Space System Command's Future Operationally Resilient Ground Evolution (FORGE) Enterprise OPIR Solution (EOS) program. The EOS program enhances the government-owned FORGE framework, delivering a scalable, cyber-secure ground processing capability to strengthen the Space Force's missile warning and tracking mission and accelerate threat-responsive solutions for warfighters.

Position location is onsite in Boulder, CO 5 days per week. Secret level clearance is required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deploy features.
* Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code in React / JS
* Utilize Gitlab, Gitlab Runner, Docker, Kubernetes and Helm Charts for deployments.
* Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
* Troubleshoot and debug issues to ensure optimal performance.
* Utilize Jira for project management and tracking.
* Apply DoD standards and protocols to ensure compliance and security. Required Skills & Experience

* Clearance Required:

Secret. Due to the clearance requirement, U.S. Citizenship is required. Candidate must also participate in a background screen
* BS or advanced degree in Computer Science or another relevant field.
* 8+ years of professional experience in a software engineer position using Vue, React/JS.
* Familiarity with Gitlab, Gitlab Runner, Docker, Kubernetes and Helm Charts.
* Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Strong communication and collaboration skills. Desired Skills & Experience
* Experience working on "badge-less" engineering teams on a large National security contract.
* Domain experience with remote sensing systems or ground architectures, especially experience with OPIR sensor processing.
* Hands-on professional experience with technologies like Vue and React/JS.
* Experience with Agile software development methodology.
* Experience with tools such as Jira, Confluence
* Experience with general tools such as Excel, MS Project, and Powerpoint. Final date to receive applications:
March 30, 2026 #CJPost #LI-onsite The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits.

Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement. The proposed salary for this position is: $123,900 - $206,400 USD At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured…