Senior R&D Software Developer Jobs in Colorado Springs, CO

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking our next Software Developer III !!!! As a Software Developer III on the NISSC 3 program, you will serve as a senior technical contributor and leader across multiple focus areas: DevSecOps Support, PJM Scrum Master, and CMD Manager. You will design, develop, test, and maintain software components that support both cadence-managed and event-driven mission deliverables in a secure, mission-critical environment. You will lead or perform software integration, troubleshooting, and secure coding activities; collaborate closely with systems engineering and test teams; and ensure releases and processes comply with program and DoD standards. In the Scrum Master and CMD Manager variants, you will additionally provide leadership for agile teams and/or command-and-control-related development and coordination. These roles work in close coordination with the EDLM/UDLM (Emergency/Urgent Depot Level Maintenance) Manager. Responsibilities For all Software Developer III roles (core responsibilities):
- Design, develop, modify, test, and maintain software components for cadence-managed and event-managed program deliverables.
- Lead or perform software integration, troubleshooting, defect resolution, and performance tuning.
- Apply secure coding practices consistent with DevSecOps and DoD/NIST cybersecurity requirements.
- Use version control and configuration management tools to manage source code, branches, baselines, and releases.
- Collaborate with systems engineering and test teams to implement new features, address findings, and validate changes.
- Document software releases, including change descriptions, test results, known issues, and deployment notes.
- Provide technical input for incident reports, maintenance records, and user/operational documentation.
- Support continuous improvement of development processes, automation, and DevSecOps pipelines.
- Coordinate closely with the EDLM/UDLM Manager to ensure software changes supporting urgent/emergency depot-level maintenance are properly integrated and documented.
- Additional focus-area responsibilities may include:
• DevSecOps Support (5 roles)
• Lead DevSecOps pipeline design and improvements (build, test, security scanning, deployment).
• Integrate security tools and checks into CI/CD workflows.
• Mentor junior developers on secure coding and DevSecOps best practices.
• PJM Scrum Master (2 roles)
• Serve as Scrum Master for one or more development teams, facilitating sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Remove impediments, coordinate with Product Owners/Project Managers, and ensure alignment to program priorities.
• Track and report team delivery metrics (velocity, burndown, etc.) and drive continuous improvement.
• CMD Manager (1 role)
• Coordinate software activities supporting CMD-related functions (e.g., command-and-control or mission data management).
• Align CMD-related development schedules and resources with program milestones and stakeholder needs.
• Support CMD-focused risk/issue tracking and status reporting. Qualifications • 7-10 years of experience in software development, with increasing responsibility and leadership, preferably in secure or mission-critical DoD/defense environments.
• Strong experience in software design, development, modification, testing, and maintenance using modern languages and frameworks.
• Demonstrated proficiency in software integration, troubleshooting, and secure coding practices.
• Experience documenting software releases and providing technical input for incident and maintenance reporting.
• Experience with tools such as:
- ELMS, RTC, Jira, Confluence
- ClearCase, ClearQuest
- SQL or related database tools * Active Secret Clearance (TS/SCI Eligenility Required) * Bachelor's degree in one of the following (or closely related field): Information Technology (IT) / Cybersecurity / Computer Science (CS) / Information Systems (IS) / Data Science / Software Engineering OR equivalent DoD/Military training and experience in software development or related technical discipline.
* One of the following is desired / strongly preferred:
• CSSLP
• GSEC
Notice of Anticipated Employment Opportunities
These positions are being posted in anticipation of future employment opportunities, which may become available beginning around June 2026. Actual hiring and start dates will depend on contract award, organizational needs and other factors. Candidates may be considered for these or similar positions as opportunities arise. AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $TBD/Yr. - USD $TBD/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. Pay Transparency Statement AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $116,200.00/Yr. - USD $194,000.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. EEO Statement EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status