Principal Software Engineer

Belong. Connect. Grow. with K !

K  is seeking a highly motivated Principal Software Engineer to join a prototype development team in Colorado Springs, CO. The role involves the continued design and development of database models and backend-for-frontend software. You will interface with engineering partners from private and government organizations and communicate directly with government stakeholders.

• Design database models using PostgreSQL
• Design geospatial models using GIS, PostGIS, and Mapbox / Open Layers
• Design, engineer, analyze, and develop software prototypes as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Develop proof-of-concepts and prototypes of backend and backend-for-frontend components
• Engage with customers to better define the problem space and vision to determine capabilities and priorities for prototypes
• Work across multiple technology stacks, gaining hands-on experience with various languages, frameworks, and tools to support a broad range of applications

• Location:
  
  Colorado Springs, CO – Hybrid or Onsite
• Travel Requirements:
  Minimal
• Working Hours:
  
  Flexible

• Security Clearance:
  Must be eligible to obtain a U.S. government TS/SCI security clearance which is something only a U.S. citizen can obtain
• Required Experience and
  
  Education:
  
  BS degree in Computer Science or Information Systems. Other degrees will be considered with relevant work experience. Advanced proficiency in Java, and Java frameworks such as Spring Boot
• Proficiency in SQL
• Experience with Docker
• Experience with Azure Cloud
• Experience with container orchestration with Kubernetes
• Experience with Git
• Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka
• Experience developing applications that interface with multiple message types, such as XML, JSON
• Ability to work independently to research and solve customer pain points
• Strong passion for conducting research, tackling complex problems, and continuously learning and adopting new technologies

• Experience working with Geoserver, or other Web Map Servers
• Some experience working with JavaScript frameworks such as React
• Some experience working with Map Box or Open Layers JavaScript API
• Working knowledge of Elixir and other Erlang family of languages
• High level of curiosity and investigative mindset with attention to detail and resilience
• Passion for conducting research, tackling complex problems, and continuously learning and adopting new technologies

Basic Compensation: $ - $ USD Annually (Colorado Springs Only)

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation

K  may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Belong, Connect and Grow at K . We are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to being a People First company. This commitment is central to our team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

K  is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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