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Carley Shaw

Recruiter II at IDR, Inc.
4.64
from 111 reviews
Job
Principal Software Engineer
Westminster, Colorado, United States
DIRECT HIRE
TERMS: direct hire
START DATE: 2/11/26

IDR is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join one of our top clients for an opportunity in Westminster, CO. This role involves leading the development of ground and flight software solutions for space missions, focusing on innovative aerospace technology in a dynamic industry.

Position Overview for the Principal Software Engineer :

  • Responsible for architecting solutions for space-related ground and flight software for missions to the Moon and beyond.
  • Lead and develop complex software systems, ensuring adherence to rigorous standards and innovative design principles.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including astrodynamics, navigation, and space systems design engineers.
  • Mentoring junior engineers and fostering a cohesive development team.
  • Work onsite in Westminster, CO, with the possibility of flexible scheduling.

Requirements for the Principal Software Engineer :

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 15+ years of experience with spacecraft software systems, system architecture, or mission control systems.
  • Demonstrated expertise in C/C++ and Python programming languages.
  • Knowledge of embedded software in resource-constrained environments and embedded Linux.
  • Experience with version control (e.g., Git), Agile development, Linux and Windows development, AWS or other cloud services, and Docker or other containerization services.

$160,000-$195,000