Location: Greater Denver, CO Area (Hybrid: 3–5 days onsite)
U.S. Persons Only — No visa sponsorship
A fast-growing space systems organization is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead development of ground and flight software for lunar and deep-space missions. This role is ideal for a senior engineer who thrives in mission-critical environments and wants to directly shape the future of space exploration.
What You’ll DoLead architecture, design, and development of mission software for spacecraft operations.
Own the full SDLC: requirements, implementation, testing, integration, and mission support.
Collaborate with aerospace, mission, and systems engineering teams to translate mission needs into robust solutions.
Mentor engineers and help establish technical standards and best practices.
Communicate technical decisions clearly to internal and external stakeholders.
Expert-level C++ skills; proficiency in Python or another high-level language.
Strong knowledge of Linux, software architecture, and object-oriented design.
Experience with Git or similar version control tools.
Ability to solve complex problems independently and lead technical direction.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
GitLab CI/CD
AWS/EC2
Embedded or real-time systems
Aerospace/spacecraft experience
AI/ML exposure
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or similar
7+ years of relevant software experience
Base Salary: $125,000 – $155,000, depending on experience
Signing bonus
Health insurance
401(k)
Flexible time off
Quarterly incentives
Relocation assistance
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11001 West 120th Avenue, Suite 400, Broomfield, CO, United States, 80021
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