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Full Stack Software Engineer (UAS)

COLSA Corporation

Huntsville, ALJobSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Location
Huntsville, AL
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Secret clearance, required

Job overview

COLSA Corporation seeks a Full Stack Software Engineer to support software development for Unmanned Aircraft Systems in Huntsville, Alabama. The role develops software for traditional platforms and edge or embedded devices, including systems that operate in connected and disconnected environments. The ideal candidate has full-stack development experience and experience with 3D geospatial visualization, CesiumJS, and terrain data processing.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Full-Stack Development, requiredTypeScript, requiredPython, requiredWeb Frameworks, requiredLinux, requiredARM Architectures, requiredDocker, requiredArtifact Management, requiredDependency Management, requiredGitLab CI/CD, requiredAutomated Builds, requiredAutomated Testing, requiredRelease Management, requiredMAVLink, nice to haveROS, nice to haveMQTT, nice to haveArduPilot, nice to havePX4, nice to haveC++, nice to haveJava, nice to haveC#, nice to haveGo, nice to haveCesiumJS, nice to have3D Geospatial Visualization, nice to haveTerrain Data Processing, nice to haveTerrain Data Integration, nice to haveTerrain Data Rendering, nice to haveGeospatial Data Formats, nice to haveCoordinate Reference Systems, nice to haveGeospatial Data Pipelines, nice to have

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Related Field or Equivalent, required2+ Years Related Experience, requiredActive DoD Secret Clearance, requiredUS Citizenship, required

Full job description

COLSA Corporation is seeking a Full Stack Software Engineer to join our team in Huntsville, Alabama, supporting software development efforts for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). In this role, you will design, develop, and deploy software solutions across traditional computing platforms and edge/embedded devices, supporting applications that must operate reliably in both connected and disconnected environments. You will contribute to the full software development lifecycle, including application development, CI/CD pipeline implementation, containerization, and offline provisioning of Linux and ARM-based systems. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in full-stack development, with experience in 3D geospatial visualization, CesiumJS, and terrain data processing, and enjoys solving complex technical challenges in mission-focused environments.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential functions)

  • Design, develop, test, and deploy full-stack software applications supporting Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and associated mission systems

  • Develop and manage containerized applications using tools such as Docker and related container technologies

  • Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate software build, testing, integration, and deployment

  • Implement 3D geospatial visualization capabilities using CesiumJS and related mapping technologies

  • May evaluate vendor capabilities to provide required products or services

At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our "Family of Professionals!" Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here: https://www.colsa.com/culture\_benefits.

Required SkillsRequired Experience

  • Bachelors’ degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, business or other related field or equivalent

  • Minimum of 2 years of related experience

  • Full-Stack development experience working with TypeScript, Python, and web frameworks

  • Experience in Linux and edge/embedded environments such as ARM architectures

  • Familiar with Docker and artifact/dependency management

  • Experience with GitLab CI/CD, automated builds, testing, and release management

  • Active DoD Secret clearance; US Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proficiency with UAV and robotics communication standards (MAVLink, ROS, MQTT)

  • Experience working with ArduPilot and/or PX4 flight control software and autonomous vehicle ecosystems

  • Experience or familiarity with C++, Java, C#, or Go.

  • Experience with CesiumJS and 3D geospatial visualization

  • Experience with terrain and elevation data processing, integration, and rendering

  • Working knowledge of geospatial data formats, coordinate reference systems (CRS), and data pipelines

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

How this job compares

Set against the 39,677 open Software Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • Alabama median$109–204K/yr331 salary ranges
  • US median$50–65/hr1,034 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 456 open Software Engineer jobs in Alabama and 39,677 across the US. 8% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience — less than three in four Software Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 32,705 postings).
Education
12,375 of the 39,677 open Software Engineer jobs (31%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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