Software Engineer TS/SCI
Role summary
Talent Stack LLC is seeking a Software Engineer for a confidential defense-focused client supporting critical national security programs. This onsite role in Aurora, CO, requires an active TS/SCI clearance and involves supporting mission-critical ground systems. The engineer will evaluate operational software issues, provide rapid solutions, and support integration and verification for new software baselines. The position is hands-on, ideal for those thriving in real-time, high-impact operational environments. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, maintenance, documentation, system error isolation, testing, integration, delivery of new baselines, and in-depth analysis of complex systems within a secure environment.
Job Title: Software Engineer
Location:
Onsite – Aurora, CO
Clearance:
Active & transferable TS/SCI (CI Polygraph preferred) (Will accept interim TS)
Salary:
$130,000 – $145,000
Benefits:
This role includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, 6 weeks of paid PTO, Short-Term Disability, a 401(k) with 5% company match, and up to $8,000 in relocation assistance. Full Benefits package can be sent upon request.
About the Company
This role is being managed by
Talent Stack LLC
, a woman-owned recruiting firm specializing in cleared and technical placements. We proudly represent a confidential defense-focused client supporting critical national security programs.
About the Role
We are seeking a
Software Engineer
to support mission-critical ground systems for a leading defense customer. In this role, you will evaluate operational software issues, provide rapid solutions, and support integration and verification activities for new software baselines. This position is hands-on and ideal for engineers who thrive in real-time, high-impact operational environments.
What You Will Do
- Support troubleshooting, maintenance, and documentation of operational software applications.
- Troubleshoot and isolate sources of system errors or unexpected performance.
- Execute testing, integration, and delivery of new software baselines.
- Perform in-depth analysis across complex, end-to-end operational systems.
- Work onsite within a secure environment supporting mission operations.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in
STEM.
- 2+ years
of professional level experience at a government contractor or agency.
- Experience coding in
Java or C++
.
- Hands-on experience with
software development
and/or
software integration
.
- Active, transferable TS/SCI (CI Polygraph preferred).
- Must be a US CItizen to be considered, sponsorship is NOT available.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with
Git
, Bitbucket, or similar configuration management tools.
- Ability to work in a
structured configuration-controlled O&M environment
supporting real-time applications.
- Experience with
Linux/Unix
,
GIT
, and
SQL
.
- Familiarity with
JIRA, BitBucket, and Confluence
.
This role requires an active and transferable DoD Top Secret security clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI access (CI polygraph preferred) or debriefed in the last 2 years.. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for security clearance. Candidates without the required clearance cannot be considered for this position.
Recruitment Agencies Disclaimer
This position is posted for direct applicants only. We kindly request that external recruiters, staffing agencies, or search firms refrain from submitting candidates.
Unsolicited resumes will be treated as direct applications, and no agency fees will be honored.
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