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# Senior Staff Numerical Algorithm Software Engineer

- **Company:** SciTec, Inc.
- **Location:** Boulder, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $127,000.0 - $157,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Algorithm Design, C++ (Programming Language), Linux, Python (Programming Language), Software Architecture, Data Processing, Information Technology
- **Published:** July 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9062796/senior-staff-numerical-algorithm-software-engineer

## About the Role

* A Bachelor's degree in the physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, or computer science

 * At least 5 years of ongoing professional experience technological fields (additional years of education may be substituted for years of experience)
 * Experience with state estimation, tracking, or Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC)
 * At least 2 years of academic or professional experience in C++ and Python
 * Fluency with Linux operating systems
 * Ability to work full-time in-person in Boulder, CO office location
 * Detail oriented
 * Strong oral and written communication skills

Candidates who have any of the following skills will be preferred

 * A current active DoD security clearance
 * An advanced degree in the physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, or computer science
 * Professional experience with application orchestration and/or deployment to the cloud
 * Professional experience with Agile software development
 * Professional experience with the exploitation and analysis of OPIR, E/O, SAR, Spectral, RF, or other remotely sensed data

*Resumes, Cover Letters, and Applications which are generated by AI will not be considered for employment.

## Description

SciTec, a wholly owned subsidiary of Firefly Aerospace, is a dynamic non-traditional defense contractor that delivers advanced technologies in support of U.S. National Security. For over forty-five years, we have supported Department of Defense customers by developing innovative remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques to deliver world-class data exploitation capabilities supporting missile defense; intelligence, surveillance, & reconnaissance; space domain awareness; and aircraft survivability missions.

Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. SciTec cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of employee work visas of any type. Further, U.S. citizenship is a requirement to obtain and keep a security clearance. Applicants that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

SciTec has immediate opportunities for talented software & algorithm developers and engineers to support programs focusing on low-latency data processing, fusion, and tracking algorithms for exploitation of remote sensing systems. Our ideal candidate will work well in multiple software languages as part of a rapid pace, collaborative, small-team environment consisting of Scientists, Engineers, and Developers and be able to prototype and develop advanced algorithms leading to eventual integration as part of government frameworks.

Responsibilities

 * Research new algorithms and analysis techniques for remote sensor data exploitation
 * Demonstrate fluent, idiomatic mastery of Python and/or C++; comfort with software design and architecture
 * Develop and tune Kalman filtering, tracking, and data exploitation algorithms in Python and C++
 * Characterize quality/performance of algorithms and sensor systems
 * Work as part of an Agile team and contribute to shared tools
 * Other duties as assigned


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