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TSG lists this Senior Software Algorithm Engineer (TS/SCI) {S} opportunity in aurora, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Senior Software Algorithm Engineer (TS/SCI) {S}
Job Category : ENG
Requisition Number : SENIO
Posted : November 28, 2025
Full-Time
On-site
Locations
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Aurora, CO 80011, USA
Description
ARKA Group L.P. ("ARKA") is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today.
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Position Overview:
This position is for a Senior Software Algorithm Developer looking for new challenging problems. As an Algorithm Developer, you will support the development of algorithms in a multitude of disciplines from Signal/Image Processing, Space Domain Awareness (SDA), Satellite Communication (SATCOM), and Signals Intelligence (SIGINT). As a technical lead, you will guide a team of developers to see these algorithms from prototype to operations.
We welcome applicants at varying experience levels.
Candidates may be considered for sign on bonuses consistent with skills and experience levels.
In support of work/life balance, many positions are available for a flexible schedule within the pay period. Ask us about the opportunity for flex scheduling if that’s of interest to you.
We offer generous relocation benefits for eligible candidates.
This position is an on-site position located in Aurora, Colorado. Each ARKA location has wonderful attributes as described below.
Responsibilities:
As a Sr. Software Algorithm Developer, your responsibilities include:
Leading a small software development team consisting of researchers, software algorithm developers, and full-stack/cloud-native developers to implement a multitude of algorithms which solve a broad set of challenges for our various customers and their domains
Applying knowledge of data structures and algorithms to create efficient solutions to our customers’ needs
Using cloud services to deploy software solutions
Reviewing relevant publications to understand and apply cutting edge concepts to defense and commercial applications
Writing technical documentation supporting code, program capabilities, and user-guides
Required Qualifications:
B.S. in computer science, computer engineering, mathematics, physics, or any other relevant STEM fields
Experience leading an interdisciplinary team of researchers and software developers
Effective communicator with the ability to write and present technical reports
Experience with any of the following languages: Python, C/C++, Java, or Rust
Experience developing algorithms in any one or more of the following domains: Signal/Image Processing, Space Domain Awareness (SDA), Satellite Communication (SATCOM), and Signals Intelligence (SIGINT)
5+ years of software development experience preferably developing algorithms for high performance computing
Active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance
Willingness to obtain a Counter Intelligence (CI) polygraph if required in support of our customer
Preferred Qualifications:
M.S. or PhD in computer science, computer engineering, mathematics, physics, or any other relevant STEM fields
Experience with Linux
Familiarity with using AWS cloud computing resources such as EC2, S3, Lambda, etc.
Experience with any of the following additional languages: C#, Go, or R
Experience with popular computational libraries: OpenCV, Boost, Eigen, Dlib, etc.
Experience with source code version control systems
Experience implementing algorithms on the GPU in Python or C++ using CUDA and other CUDA libraries
Experience in application deployment, virtualization, and containerization
Experience working with various Remote Sensing datasets (e.g. EO/OPIR/SAR images, passive RF, etc.)
Experience developing modeling and simulation environments or developing OpenAI Gym environments for Reinforcement Learning problems
Pay Range: $125,000 - $205,000
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
The application window will close in 100 days for this position.
Location:
Being situated at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, Aurora provides opportunities to enjoy all the beautiful nature that Colorado has to offer, while also being a 20-minute drive from downtown Denver and 15-minutes to the Denver International Airport.
What We Offer:
Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
13 paid holidays
Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs
Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
4 weeks paid Parental Leave
Employee assistance program (EAP)
This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 40 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job.
ITC & Security Clearance Requirements: This position requires an active TS/SCI U.S. Government security clearance.
Visa Restrictions:
No visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Pre-employment Screenings:
Employment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check, and drug screen.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Worksite address
aurora, CO, 80012, US
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