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Job Title: Software Engineer | Software Synthesizer
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
This position is open for a mid-level customer-facing Software Engineer with a working knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and a desire to deliver solutions to some of the toughest challenges facing the aerospace/defense industry today. Candidates must meet the general requirements below to be considered. Additional qualifications for senior-level applicants are listed throughout the description.
Who You Are:
You have a strong desire to stand at the center of the action, working with several skilled teams such as product development, engineering, and operations to determine the precise needs of each customer. You want to know exactly how the customer is going to use our products and how we can not only deliver the right product to meet their current needs, but also scale to their future needs with production-quality systems. You have enough software engineering background to speak intelligently about the technical aspects of the products to your counterparts who all have different backgrounds and requirements and contribute to the development of these products along the way. You have a desire to act as a project manager in the sense that you're ensuring the right product gets delivered to the customer on time such that they are eager to expand their partnership with us.
Who We Are:
Infinity Labs is an innovation-driven company with world-class expertise in the defense and national security sectors. Infinity provides cutting-edge engineering technologies and solutions, including modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A), research and development (R&D), cyber operational technology, and training. Our extensive project portfolio covers a vast range of physical scales and applications, from materials and components to subsystems, platforms, and systems of systems. We integrate science and systems as part of our overall solutioning approach and we investigate advanced concepts and technologies with disruptive application potential. The sophistication of our work directly reflects the ingenuity and proficiency of our team. Our workforce shapes the future, and our employees are our greatest asset.
What You'll Do:

• Build complete data pipelines: Develop and deploy bi-directional data integrations to seamlessly synchronize client data with the platform.
• Collaborate on data architecture: Partner with client engineering teams to streamline data workflows, offering strategic guidance on API endpoint design and data schemas.
• Create enablement resources: Engineer and maintain technical assets-including SDKs, internal tooling, documentation, and integration playbooks-to accelerate onboarding and drive long-term customer success.
• Resolve technical escalations: Act as the primary technical point of contact for customers, working cross-functionally with engineering and operations teams to troubleshoot delivery blockers and resolve complex issues.
• Own the technical lifecycle: Take full accountability for the overall quality and success of the customer's end-to-end technical journey.
• Advocate for product enhancements: Coordinate with Account Executives and Product Managers to identify, scope, and advocate for customer-specific feature requests.
• Cultivate domain expertise: Develop deep technical subject matter knowledge in Large Language Models (LLMs), 2D image annotation, and complex API integrations.
• Act as a technical ambassador: Champion the company and engage directly with customers and the broader tech community at major industry events and conferences.

Minimum Qualifications/What You'll Bring:

• 5+ years of experience in software engineering with some exposure to AI.
• Versatile Engineering Background: Proven success in client-facing engineering roles, demonstrating the ability to adapt and excel across diverse technical and functional responsibilities.
• Strategic Client Engagement: Extensive hands-on experience guiding customers through the pre- and post-sales lifecycle to ensure technical solutions drive measurable business outcomes.
• Software Development Background: Experience using Python and JavaScript, or a comparable modern development stack.
• Collaborative Project Leadership: Exceptional interpersonal and project management skills, with a focus on delivering complex initiatives on schedule.
• High-Level Technical Communication: Accomplished presenter capable of maintaining deep technical credibility with both individual contributors and executive stakeholders.
• Cross-Functional Fluency: Adept at bridging the gap between internal product teams and external partners through clear, effective communication.
• Agile & Empathetic Mindset: Driven by intellectual curiosity and user empathy, with a proven ability to maintain high output in fast-paced environments.

Education/Credentials:

• Bachelor's degree in Physics, Engineering, or Computer Science (STEM)
  • Advanced degree preferred
• U.S. Citizenship is required for consideration, as this job requires U.S. government security clearance
  • Required - Active TS/SCI clearance

Nice to Haves:

• Direct experience using AI tools
• Automated Infrastructure Engineering: Skilled in automating complex infrastructure and configuration management tasks using Ansible or comparable automation frameworks.
• GTM Expertise: Proven track record as a technical go-to-market specialist, bridging the gap between complex engineering solutions and commercial success.
• DevSecOps Skills: Understanding of DevSecOps methodologies, with a focus on hardening software delivery pipelines, managing infrastructure as code (IaC), and optimizing CI/CD workflows.
• Container Proficiency: Hands-on experience architecting and deploying scalable applications using Kubernetes and streamlining deployments.
• Automated Infrastructure Engineering: Skilled in automating complex infrastructure and configuration management tasks using Ansible or comparable automation frameworks.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position and work on a computer for prolonged periods.

Work Environment:
Work location expectations may vary by position and business needs. Employees working virtually (if the role allows) are generally expected to remain engaged during meetings, including using video when appropriate.

• This role is primarily performed at an Infinity Labs or customer location, where in-person collaboration is a regular part of the job. On-site presence is required approximately 80% of the time.

This job description provides a high-level review of the responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills that may be required for the job. The job description is subject to review and change at any time and other job-related duties or requirements may be assigned as necessary.
What We Offer:
As a nationally recognized Great Place to Work® and Military Times® Best for Vets: 2025 Employer, we prioritize employee well-being and experience, fostering a culture that values dedicated teams and committed individuals. Our premier total compensation package for eligible employees includes:

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid disability and life insurance.
• Generous 401(k) plan with guaranteed company contribution.
• Paid time-off options including floating holidays, personal time, parental leave, and community service opportunities.
• Investment in employee growth and development through tuition reimbursement and discounted tuition programs with select colleges.
• Perks include a convenient in-town work location with Pikes Peak views, free parking next to the building, and complimentary snacks and beverages!

In support of Colorado pay transparency laws, the estimated salary range for this position is $100,000 - $130,000. Individual pay will be determined on a wide variety of job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training, location, licensure and certifications, skills, budgets, and market.
Infinity Labs is an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.