Software Engineer

Job Description

Readiness Delivered.

At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline. We work hard, and take care of our customers, employees, and families. Recognized as thought leaders in our industry, we are motivated by creating and delivering innovative solutions to our nation and global customers.

Kratos Space in Colorado Springs, CO, is seeking a team-oriented

Senior Software Engineer

to join our team in a dynamic, agile environment. The engineer will contribute across the full software development lifecycle—including design, development, testing, deployment, and operational support. The ideal candidate can work independently as well as collaboratively within cross?functional teams.

This role focuses on developing high?quality software using Python, Java, and Angular; building and integrating data?driven systems; and contributing to containerized deployments using tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.

Additional responsibilities include participating in system integration activities, maintaining automated test coverage in CI/CD pipelines, troubleshooting in simulated environments, and providing clear, consistent technical updates.

Experience And Skills

• 7–10 years of professional software engineering experience
• Strong proficiency in Python, Java, and Angular
• Experience developing software on both Linux and Windows platforms
• Experience with multi-threaded, networked, or client–server applications
• Scripting experience: Windows batch, PowerShell/WSF, Unix shell scripting, Python scripting
• Basic understanding of relational database concepts and SQL
• Ability to design solutions for complex engineering problems
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and collaborate effectively in teams

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Experience with data pipeline development (ETL, orchestration, or data processing workflows)
• Experience with satellite communications or satellite ground systems
• Experience with Kubernetes
• Experience with Bitbucket, GitLab, Bamboo, JIRA, Confluence
• Experience with functional, integration, regression, and performance testing
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and GitOps principles
• Active security clearance
• Certifications such as RHCA, CKA, or CKAD

The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Competitive salary based on experience and education

Salary Range: $130,000-$145,000

Kratos is valued for our ability to design and deliver leading edge, resilient solutions for aerospace communication, control, awareness and mission success across a continuum of offerings—from commercial to tailored custom solutions and integrated programs. Customers trust us to stay relevant and know we are in it for the long-haul. We bring both the capability and confidence that our customers value and depend on.

And we always deliver.

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply.

Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

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