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Software Engineer III

Protingent

Louisville, CO

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$57–$82 Per Hour
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Ansible, Atlassian JIRA, Automation, Bash Scripting, Best Practices, C++ Programming Language, Change Management, Chef (Configuration Management), Clean Technologies, Cloud Computing, Code Reviews, Coding Standards, Communication Skills, Continuous Integration, Customer Support/Service, Database Management Software/Systems (DBMS), Debugging Skills, Design Patterns Programming Methodologies, Docker, Ecosystems, Git, GitHub, Industry/Trade Analysis, Integration Testing, Java, Jenkins, Kanban, Kernel Programming, Mentoring, Microsoft Windows Azure, MongoDB, MySQL, Needs Assessment, Network Protocols, Network Security, PostgreSQL, Problem Solving Skills, Programming Languages, Project Planning, Puppet (Configuration Management), Python Programming/Scripting Language, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Scrum Project Management and Software Development, Secure Coding, Software Administration, Software Architecture Design, Software Configuration Management, Software Design, Software Development, Software Engineering, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Standup Meetings, Static Analysis, System Architecture, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Test Automation, Test Plan/Schedule, Time Management, Unified Modeling Language (UML), Windows PowerShell, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Louisville, CO
POSTED
20 days ago
Job Title: Software Engineer III

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Software Engineer IIIwith our client located in Louisville, CO.

Job Description:
  • The Software Engineer III role involves designing, developing, and testing software applications for space systems and technologies.
  • This advanced position requires expertise in at least one programming language, an advanced understanding of software development principles, and the ability to design and architect complex software systems.
  • The role includes writing clean, maintainable code, collaborating with team members to understand project requirements, and contributing to the development of innovative software solutions. Additionally, this position involves mentoring and guiding other engineers, providing technical leadership and support.

Job Responsibilities:
  • You will design, develop, and test software applications for space systems and technologies while writing clean, maintainable code that adheres to best practices and coding standards.
  • You will architect and implement complex software systems to meet project requirements and collaborate with team members to understand project needs, contributing to the development of effective software solutions.
  • Utilizing version control systems such as Git, you will manage code changes and work collaboratively with team members.
  • You will participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to development standards, troubleshoot and resolve software-related issues in a timely manner, and document software configurations, processes, and procedures for future reference.
  • Staying current with industry trends and advancements in software development and space technologies will be essential, and you will mentor and guide other engineers, providing technical leadership and support to foster growth and collaboration within the team.

Job Qualifications:
  • Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +3 yrs experience).
  • Typically 5+ years of related experience.
  • Expertise in one to multiple programming languages and advanced understanding of software development principles.
  • Ability to design and architect complex software systems.
  • Experience with different software development methodologies such as Agile and Scrum/Kanban.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to mentor and guide other engineers.
Nice To Have:
  • Experience with kernel-level programming.
  • Proficiency in programming languages (Python, C++, Java) and their ecosystems.
  • Familiarity with scripting languages (Bash, PowerShell) and automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
  • Experience with Agile or Scrum/Kanban methodologies and tools (JIRA, Confluence, Jenkins).
  • Strong analytical skills, performance profiling, and debugging complex systems.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, and efficient with collaborative tools (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket) and development ceremonies (daily standup, backlog grooming, work planning, task estimation, retrospectives, etc.).
  • Knowledge of database management systems (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud-native development.
  • Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
  • Understanding of network protocols, security principles, and secure coding practices.
  • Ability to write and maintain technical documentation.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.
  • Experience with continuous integration and automated test.
  • Knowledge of and experience implementing Software Design Patterns.
  • Familiarity with SysML/UML to create software designs.
  • Experience utilizing and setting up static analysis tools.

Job Details:
  • Job Type: Contract
  • Pay Range: $57 - $82 an hour.
  • Location: Centennial or Louisville, CO.

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

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