
Modernization Software Engineer
Colorado Springs, CO · HybridFull-time$190–210K/yrSeen 6 days agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago
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Odyssey Systems is recruiting a Modernization Software Engineer to support the ITW/AA Lead Program Office’s Single Integrated Space Picture modernization project at Peterson Space Force Base. The role provides government oversight of contractor software development, including data fusion, cloud migration, architecture, DevSecOps, and system integration. It is full-time and hybrid, with approximately one to two remote days per week at government discretion.
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Modernization Software Engineer Job Locations US-CO-Colorado Springs ID 2026-9405 Category Engineering Type Full Time Biweekly Hours 80 Location : Name Peterson SFB Min USD $190,000.00/Yr. Max USD $210,000.00/Yr. Position Summary We are recruiting for a Modernization Software Engineer for the Engineering, Professional, and Administrative Support Services (EPASS) Contract at Peterson SFB, in Colorado Springs, CO supporting the Integrated Tactical Warning and Attack Assessment (ITW/AA) Lead Program Office (LPO) Single Integrated Space Picture (SISP) Modernization Project. This modernization effort enhances capabilities, transitions from on-prem server to a cloud environment, identifies functionality no longer utilized or required by Government. This is a full-time position in Colorado located at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado and offer some hybrid flexibility (Approx. 1-2 days per week remote) Responsibilities Duties include but are not limited to: - Provide expert government oversight of prime contractor software development, with a specific focus on data fusion, cloud technology and transfer of legacy system functionality to cloud based environment. - Assess and provide technical recommendations on contractor-proposed software architectures, ensuring they are scalable, maintainable, and adhere to best industry practices. - Oversee contractor adherence to modern DevSecOps practices within their software development lifecycles and assessing code quality. - Review and recommend for Government approval contractor-generated software documentation and complex data format specifications. - Ensure seamless integration by collaborating with systems engineers and program managers, resolving complex interface and timing challenges. - Serve as the government's software SME during technical discussions, risk assessments, and Configuration Control Boards. Qualifications Citizenship: Must be a US citizen Minimum Required Qualifications Clearance: Top Secret-level security clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI level clearance Education: High School Diploma Years of Experience: 15 years of directly related experience; to include 8 years of DoD experience; OR - Bachelor's Degree in a related field and twelve (12) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline; to include five (5) years of DoD experience; OR - Master's or Doctorate Degree in a related field and ten (10) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline; to include three (3) years of DoD experience Technical Skills: - 15+ years of experience in software engineering, signal processing, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and embedded systems. - Strong understanding of DevSecOps, containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), cloud implementation, and CI/CD pipelines. - Familiarity with Scenario Generation. Preferred Qualifications Clearance: Top Secret/SCI Education: Bachelor's Years of experience: Twelve (12) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline; to include five (5) years of DoD experience Certifications: IAT Level II baseline certification (CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, CSEC, Security+ CE, CND, or SSCP) Additional Information Location: Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, CO Travel: 10% or as needed Remote, Onsite, or Hybrid: Hybrid- Approx.1-2 days remote based on Government discretion #LI-JK1 Company Overview Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military's operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to d ta, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care. Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Please Note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications. This position is filled through continuous recruitment and will remain open until a sufficient pool of applications has been received.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Tricare supplement, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee assistance program, learning and development benefit, paid time off, and holidays. Odyssey Benefits Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, LTD. Is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All Qualified Applicants Will Receive Consideration For Employment Without Regard To Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Pregnancy, National Origin, Disability, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity Or Expression, Marital Status, Genetic Information, Protected Veteran Status, Or Other Factors Protected By Federal, State, And/or Local Law. This Policy Applies To All Terms And Conditions Of Employment Apply at: https://ipc.us/t/02694B3AA1BA42FB.
How this job compares
Set against the 34,041 open Software Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$190–210K/yr
- Colorado median$125–193K/yr977 salary ranges
- US median$140–220K/yr27,240 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $200K, is 29% above the Colorado median midpoint ($155K) — in the top quarter of Software Engineer salary ranges in Colorado.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 1,128 open Software Engineer jobs in Colorado and 34,041 across the US. 7% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 10 years of experience — more than three in four Software Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 27,547 postings).
- Education
- 12,670 of the 34,041 open Software Engineer jobs (37%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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