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Home›Jobs›Trace3› X Lab Software Engineer (25-506)
Trace3

About Trace3

Transforming IT with tailored technology solutions

🏢 Tech👥 251-1K📅 Founded 2002📍 Irvine, California, United States

Key Highlights

  • Headquartered in Irvine, California
  • Specializes in cloud services, data analytics, and cybersecurity
  • Over 500 employees dedicated to IT consulting
  • Serves a diverse range of clients across multiple industries

Trace3 is a leading managed service provider headquartered in Irvine, California, specializing in IT consulting and technology solutions. The company focuses on areas such as cloud services, data analytics, and cybersecurity, serving a diverse range of clients from various industries. With over 500 ...

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Trace3

X Lab Software Engineer (25-506)

Trace3 • Colorado Springs, CO

Posted 6h agoSoftware engineering📍 Colorado springs💰 $100,000 - $122,000 / year
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Job Description


Who is Trace3?

Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate.

Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it!

Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1,200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Francisco.  

Ready to discover the possibilities that live in technology?

 

Come Join Us!

Street-Smart - Thriving in Dynamic Times

We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the “big picture.” We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems.

Juice - The “Stuff” it takes to be a Needle Mover

We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title, empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal, mentally mapping out every checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like.

Teamwork - Humble, Hungry and Smart

We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission. We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where it’s due and demonstrate transparency. We “bring the weather” by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures – not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us.


 

JOB SUMMARY:

The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications Experimentation Laboratory (C2BMC X-Lab) is a very fast paced and dynamic environment. The X-Lab is responsible for developing and integrating future-capability prototypes for the Missile Defense System, including Sensor/Weapon Integration, Algorithm Development, User Interface Development and other critical leading-edge missile defense technologies. The Software Engineer's primary responsibility is to work as a mid-level member of the X-Lab software development team to develop and test innovative solutions in support of X-Lab projects and experiments.

 

This position is located full-time on site at the Missile Defense Integration and Operations Center (MDIOC) located on Schriever SFB, CO, and is not a remote work position. Some work is required at Hwy 83 facility. Non-standard work hours are likely during event execution.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

  • Career level typically with an advanced degree and 3+ years experience or bachelors with 5+ years experience or equivalent; wide application of principles, theories, and concepts in their field and provides solutions to a wide range of difficult problems with imaginative and thorough solutions; works under general direction, and results are reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives; failure to achieve results normally results in serious program delays and considerable expenditure of resources; frequent internal and external customer contacts and represents the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects.

  • Additionally: Experience with Java and spring framework. Experience with the Linux environment. Experience in the use of software test and analysis tools. Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

  • The X-Lab is responsible for developing and integrating future-capability prototypes for the Missile Defense System including Sensor/Weapon Integration, Algorithm Development, User Interface Development and other critical leading-edge missile defense technologies. The X-Lab has a need to augment the team with a mid-level Software Engineer that holds a Secret Clearance (Top Secret/SCI is preferred) and possesses demonstrable skills in the following areas:

    • Full-cycle software engineering of new capabilities

    • Basic Systems Engineering understanding to drive software design

    • Software development with Java (or other object-oriented language)

    • Object-Oriented development principles and patterns

    • Generate detailed and repeatable tests

    • Good verbal and written communication skills

    • Must possess an understanding of Agile software development processes and principles and be able to communicate the desired capabilities to a diverse group of developers, engineers, subject matter experts, and system users

    • Should be comfortable with rapidly changing requirements, design challenges that require novel solutions, fast-paced activities, and tight deadlines.

    • Application deployment, integration, and troubleshooting

    • Operating systems experience with Windows & Unix/Linux

    • Experience with the following: Eclipse IDE, Maven, and Git/GitLab, Python, Ansible

EDUCATION: Career level typically with an advanced degree and 3+ years experience or bachelors with 5+ years experience or equivalent

LOCATION: Full Time/ On-Site in Colorado Springs, CO at Schriever Base

CLEARANCE REQUIRMENT: Secret

DOD 8570 REQUIREMENT: IAT - Levell II

SALARY RANGE: $100k - $122k

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base salary.
Estimated Pay Range
$100,000—$122,000 USD

The Perks

  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Training and development programs
  • Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages
  • Collaborative and cool culture
  • Work-life balance and generous paid time off

 

Our Commitment

At the core of Trace3's DNA is our people. We are a diverse group of talented individuals who understand the importance of teamwork and demonstrating leadership, character, and passion in all that we do.

We’re committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to grow. We recognize that embracing diversity drives innovation, improves outcomes, fosters collaboration, boosts teammate satisfaction, and builds a more inclusive culture.

As an equal opportunity employer, Trace3 bases all employment decisions based on individual qualifications, merit, and business requirements. We do not engage in discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Any demographic information provided is strictly voluntary, kept confidential in accordance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations, and will not be used in employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, or mentorship programs. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or participate in an interview, please email recruiting@trace3.com.

 

***To all recruitment agencies: Trace3 does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Trace3 employees or any other company location. Trace3 is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.

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