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# Principal Software Engineer

- **Company:** DPG SOLUTIONS LLC
- **Location:** Aurora, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Confluence, JIRA, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Eclipse (Software), Spring Framework, Junit, Python (Programming Language), Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Web Services, Spring-boot, Gitlab, Kubernetes, Apache Kafka, Devsecops, Docker, Jenkins, Microservices
- **Published:** June 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=53ef79b395ab8385

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Tooling?, Do you have a Master's degree?, * Minimum of eight (8) years of software engineering experience.

 * Proficiency in object-oriented programming using Java and related frameworks such as Spring Boot.
 * Software development lifecycle experience utilizing Agile methods.
 * Experience with DevOps tools like Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, and GitLab.
 * Strong background in developing microservices in an AWS environment.
 * Hands-on experience with test automation, CI/CD processes, and pipeline automation.Active and transferable U.S. government-issued TS/SCI security clearance is required prior to start date.

Preferred Education Requirements:

Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience. Advanced degrees (e.g., Master's) may reduce experience requirements., * Experience in satellite ground systems, including mission management, command and telemetry, or flight dynamics models.

 * Additional programming proficiency in Python or C++.
 * Knowledge of tools like Confluence, Eclipse, Jira, Junit, Kafka, and Spring Boot.
 * Familiarity with large-scale legacy software systems and transitioning to modern architectures.Interest in software leadership roles and mentoring team members.

## Description

* Design, develop, test, deliver, and maintain software for cutting-edge satellite ground systems.
 * Collaborate with talented teams of engineers, architects, and leaders in an Agile environment.
 * Implement and maintain scalable microservices using Java frameworks like Spring Boot.
 * Contribute to the entire software development lifecycle, ensuring high-quality deliverables and adherence to best practices.
 * Apply modern DevSecOps and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) techniques to ensure robust and reliable systems.
 * Work with multi-tiered architectures, AWS web services, and microservices software design.Troubleshoot and resolve software challenges in new and existing systems.


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