Senior / Principal Software Platform Engineer

SciTec delivers advanced sensor data processing technologies and scientific instrumentation capabilities for National Security and Defense.
$137,000 - $194,000
DevOps
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
8+ years of experience
Defense

Description For Senior / Principal Software Platform Engineer

SciTec, a dynamic small business focused on advanced sensor data processing technologies and scientific instrumentation for National Security and Defense, is seeking a Senior/Principal Software Platform Engineer. This role requires U.S. citizenship and an active security clearance, as the company exclusively works on U.S. government contracts. The position offers a competitive salary range of $137,000-$194,000 and requires working on-site at the customer's location in Boulder, Colorado.

The ideal candidate will serve as a platform engineering specialist, leading the integration and deployment of applications in containerized environments. With 8+ years of experience required, you'll be responsible for designing deployment strategies, maintaining CI/CD pipelines, and providing technical leadership to the team. The role demands expertise in Linux systems, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and artifact management.

The company offers an impressive benefits package including an Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 100% company-paid medical insurance with HSA, comprehensive dental and vision coverage, and both short and long-term disability insurance. Additional perks include a 3% fully vested 401K contribution, annual profit-sharing, performance bonuses, and generous paid time off.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced platform engineer who wants to work on critical national security projects while being part of a growing, innovative team. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering work, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both technical challenges and mentoring others.

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Responsibilities For Senior / Principal Software Platform Engineer

  • Serve as the platform engineering specialist within an integration team at customer's site
  • Lead integration and deployment of applications into containerized environments
  • Design and implement deployment strategies across development, test, and operational systems
  • Create, maintain, and enhance CI/CD pipelines
  • Integrate development tools for artifact management, testing, and code analysis
  • Lead troubleshooting of deployed applications
  • Interface directly with customer stakeholders
  • Work independently while collaborating with the broader integration team
  • Provide technical guidance to other team members

Requirements For Senior / Principal Software Platform Engineer

Linux
Kubernetes
  • Current active DoD security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical field
  • 8+ years of experience in platform engineering, DevOps, or similar role
  • 3+ years of experience with Linux systems
  • 2+ years of experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • 2+ years of experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines
  • Experience with artifact management and version control systems
  • Ability to work 100% on-site at customer location
  • Detail oriented
  • Good verbal and written communication skills

Benefits For Senior / Principal Software Platform Engineer

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
Equity
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • 3% Fully Vested Company 401K Contribution
  • 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance
  • 80% company paid Dental insurance
  • 100% company paid Vision insurance
  • 100% company paid Life insurance
  • 100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
  • Short-term Disability insurance
  • Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
  • Discretionary Performance Bonus
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay
  • Flexible Work Hours

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