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Principal Software Engineer

Auria Space
Colorado, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 8/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/6/2026
Auria is looking to hire a Software Engineer, Full Stack Developer to join our amazing team to work on an Agile Development Team developing web-based microservices for command and control of space operations deployed in a containerized environment. This role is HYBRID in Colorado Springs, CO OR Dayton, OH OR Herndon, VA.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO DO:

  • Develops documents analyzes tests integrates debugs and maintains system architectures and software to provide scalable solutions composing of custom and opensource software.
  • Participates in Agile Teams to plan develop enhancements and maintain software
  • Integrates commercial solutions including opensource software into cloud native environment.
  • Develops intuitive user interfaces to ease employment of technically complex services


WHAT THE TEAM REQUIRES:

  • Proficient software development skills
  • Unix/Linux experience
  • Familiarity with microservice development of scalable solutions employing messaging (e.g. RabbitMQ) and REST APIs
  • Agile/DevOps experience
  • Python, Java, JavaScript/React development
  • Unit and behavioral test (using Cucumber) development
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance


WHAT THE TEAM PREFERS:

  • Master’s degree computer science or equivalent
  • Sec , CISSP or equivalents
  • Front end and Backend development
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines software management tools and source code repositories such


GitHub Gitlab and Jira.

  • Ability to evaluate opensource tools and recommend for employment
  • Familiarity with Document as Code such as Sphinx
  • Experience with NASA GMAT scripting
  • Experience with DoD (i.e. secure) application coding practices


PAY TRANSPARENCY: The salary offered will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications - skills, education & experience - and the position level. $175,000 - $200,000.

THE AURIA TEAM:

Auria is a provider of solutions and software in support of complex Space, National Security, and Cyber missions of federal, international, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO our success is built on the excellence of diverse teams advancing innovative systems and operational software to strengthen our customers’ missions. With a distinguished track record and a spirit of relentless pursuit, and R&D, we set the pace for progress and execute every mission with the utmost precision.

As a full-time Auria employee, here are some of the many benefits to enjoy: 

  • Generous PTO package with yearly tenure increases  
  • Flex time provides you with the flexibility needed 
  • 11 Company-Paid Holidays & Float days per year 
  • Up to 4% match on 401(k) employee contributions, employer and employee contributions immediately vested 
  • Up to $5,250 per year on Education and Training Assistance  
  • Low-cost medical plans that include company-sponsored HSA  
  • No-cost life insurance  
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
  • And much more!  


Auria is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. 

Salary : $175,000 - $200,000

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