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CesiumAstro

Staff Embedded Software Engineer

Westminster, CO

$132K - $174K/yr

Assess third party and open source software. JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS * Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or ...

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CesiumAstro

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Westminster, CO · On-site

$125K - $164K/yr

Assessing third-party and open-source software. JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS * A Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering ...

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Kong

Commercial Account Executive

Denver, CO · Remote

$180K - $240K/yr

We are seeking a committed Commercial Sales Executive with a successful background in sales and account management, ideally within open source or similar enterprise software environments. In this ...

Quindar

Sr. Software Engineer, Command & Control

Denver, CO · On-site

$155K - $190K/yr

Experience working with or contributing to open-source software is a plus Soft Skills * Strong technical analysis, systems thinking, and troubleshooting skills * Highly adaptable; you will integrate ...

Gogo

Senior Airborne Platform Software Engineer

Broomfield, CO · On-site

$123K - $162K/yr

Design and develop software features for new products or extend design of existing products, including selection and integration of third-party technologies, particularly open source * Create high ...

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How much do open source software jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for open source software in Denver, CO is $63.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53.94 and $71.25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an open source software?

An Open Source Software job involves developing, maintaining, or contributing to software projects with publicly accessible source code. Professionals in this field work on coding, debugging, documentation, and community collaboration. Roles can include software developers, maintainers, DevOps engineers, or technical writers. These jobs often require proficiency in programming languages, version control systems like Git, and an understanding of open-source licensing. Many open-source professionals contribute to projects voluntarily, while others are employed by companies that support open-source initiatives.

What does an open source software developer do?

A typical day in open source software development usually involves reviewing and submitting code contributions, participating in collaborative discussions or code reviews, and troubleshooting issues logged by the community. Developers often communicate with both internal teammates and external contributors through platforms like GitHub or mailing lists. You may also spend time documenting features, proposing enhancements, and mentoring less-experienced contributors. The work environment is often flexible and remote-friendly, enabling collaboration across different time zones.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive in open source software?

To excel in an open source software role, strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, or C++, along with hands-on experience contributing to open source projects, is essential. Familiarity with version control systems like Git, continuous integration tools, and platforms such as GitHub or GitLab is typically required. Excellent communication, self-motivation, and teamwork make candidates stand out, as collaboration across distributed teams is common. These skills ensure effective contribution to complex community-driven projects and foster productive collaboration with global developers.

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Open Source Software jobs near you
Infographic showing various Open Source Software job openings in Denver, CO as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $132,159 per year, or $63.5 per hour.

High Performance Computing (HPC) Systems Engineer with Security Clearance

PlanIT Group LLC

Littleton, CO • On-site

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High Performance Computing (HPC) Systems Engineer Basic Qualifications :
• A minimum of 3 years of hands-on Linux experience (e.g. RHEL, CentOS) and production infrastructure support (e.g. networking, storage, monitoring, compute, installation, configuration, maintenance, upgrade, retirement)
• Experience in system administration and technical support (e.g. installation, configuration, maintenance, upgrade, retirement, problem resolution)
• Experience in HPC technologies such as parallel/distributed files systems (e.g. Lustre, GPFS), high speed interconnect fabrics (e.g. Infiniband, Omni-Path), and HPC batch scheduling software suites (e.g. PBSPro, SLURM)
• Experience with Panasas/Vdura storage support
• Proficiency in technical writing and documentation of solutions
• Demonstrated ability to work seamlessly across organization boundaries
• Self-starter with the ability to spot potential for process improvement
• Capable of building effective relationships with teams and subject matter experts
• Security + certification required Desired skills :
To be successful, ideally, you should also have:
• Strong IT skills in infrastructure, applications & hardening systems
• Experience in implementing changes and security controls in a global framework.
• Knowledge and experience with installing/compiling vendor and open-source software.
• Knowledge and experience with application/infrastructure deployment and support in one or more of the major cloud environments
• Experience with script writing, PowerShell, Ansible, Python or other automation/scripting too
• Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7/8/9
• RHCSA a plus

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