C++ Software Engineer

C++ Software Engineer
Job ID: COS- 0 1
Job Family: Software Engineer
City/State: Colorado Springs, C olorado
Type and Schedule: Full-Time , Salary/Exempt, Hybrid (minimum 60% in office, 40% remote)
Annualized Salary Range: $ 97,191.00 - $130,336.00 [anticipated hiring range: $97,191.00 - $113,257.00 commensurate with experience].
About Us: Caliola is a woman-owned small business that is improving and protecting our Nation's way of life through secure collaboration and resilient communications. Our engineers, subject matter experts , and veter ans are developing and delivering trusted solutions for mission-critical communications. We seek teammates who share our core values :
I 3 for C 3 - Insight, Innovation, and Integrity for Command, Control, and Communications
We are headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO, which is consistently ranked as one of the N ation's top ten places to live by US News & World Report. Caliola has been recognized by Governor Jared Polis and the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) as a key contributor to the growth of the Colorado Springs defense industry. We offer a flexible, collaborative, and open culture that is unusual in the defense industry. We offer generous benefits, including subsidized health insurance and 401(k) matching, and a scalable, competitive pay structure.
As a part of our selection process, we ask all applicants to complete a short, 10-12 minute survey from Culture Index. This is a survey, not a test; no passing or failing. The purpose of this survey is to identify your unique strengths as they relate to our open positions. Please copy and paste the following link into a separate browser window to complete: https://go.cultureindex.com/s/5i6Gpe3wge
Position Description: Caliola's C++ Software Engineers contribute to the design, development, implementation, and sustainment of our various product s . You will develop modern C++ software to support multiple programs ranging from waveform sustainment to novel position navigation and timing solutions. We are looking for teammates who share a passion for the creative application and development of technologies to bring information more securely and promptly to warfighters and first responders.
A potential candidate will be expect ed to understand modern C++ development practices and apply them in their day-to-day development . They will be expected to write and interpret user stories to create features or tests to meet contractual requirements . Th is position will require the can didate to work in person and in secure facilities which means the candidate should be comfortable working in environments with limited network access . The candidate should be prepared to work in the facility around 60% of their time.
Essential Responsibilities:

• Leadership Responsibilities
  • Generate GitLab issues from requirements provided by technical leadership.
  • Identify , prioritize, and pull work items to ensure projects meet milestones.
  • Support the development of technical and non-technical deliverables.
• Technical Responsibilities
  • Regularly co ntribute C++ code to production codebases.
  • Work with subject matter experts and scientists to implement and refine algorithms.
  • Maintain C++ build systems using tools such as CMake .
  • Work independently to solve challenging implementation problems .
  • Develop high-quality software designs and architectures using design patterns and best OOD/OOP practices .
  • M aintain CI/CE pipelines .
• General Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain unit and functional tests .
  • Ability to work in secure facilities on air gaped networks.
  • Review and debug code .
  • Prepare technical documentation, including design requirements, specifications, test reports, and user manuals .
  • Learn evolving best-practices in development tools, techniques, languages, and services .
  • Other duties as assigned .

What We Require :

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science , Electrical Engineering, Math, or a related field .
• 4 + years of professional experience developing products using C++ 1 1 and later.
• 4 + years of professional experience using Linux operating systems .
• Must live in Colorado , Colorado Springs region and capable of commuting to the office daily.
• Proven experience working with a team to develop production ready applications .
• Familiar with C and Python .
• Fluent with Git and a DevOps tool such as GitLab .
• The ability to work both independently and in a team environment .
• Working knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle Tools CMake , Ninja, Git, GitLab, Gtest , Clang-format, Clang- tidy, VSCode development containers .
• Excellent organizational skills .
• Excellent verbal and written communication .
• Excellent time management skills, ability to prioritize and multi-task, and work under shifting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A thirst for knowledge and a willingness to learn and teach others .
• Must have an active Secret security clearance.
• This position requires the ability maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. Government.

What We Value :

• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering , Computer Science, Math , or a related discipline .
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and use debugging tools including but not limited to gdb , valgrind , gtest , and clang.
• Proven ability to optimize C++ using tools such as perf and google benchmark.
• Experience with multi-process communication and multithread programming.
• Experience with containers (Docker) .
• Proficiency in low-level internals in one or more technology areas (Windows, Linux, Mobile, Network devices).

Minimum Physical Requirements:

• M ust possess excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Must be able to sit and /or stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to transition between sitting and standing as required .
• Ability to safety lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, and reach.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures.
• Ability and dexterity to grasp, handle, and manipulate small items such as, but not limited to, cellphones, laptops, USB drives, business cards, documents.

Please contact Human Resources with questions about ADA accommodations .
Expression of Interest: By applying for this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities at Caliola . Should a match be identified between your skillset and Cal i ola's requirements for this or a future opening, you may be contacted.
At Caliola , we believe that true innovation can only occur when teammates bring their authentic selves to collaborate in a supportive and encouraging environment. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.
Caliola participates in E-Verify, an internet-based system used to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires. Upon hire, all employees are required to complete Form I-9 to verify their identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States.
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