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KBI Biopharma, Inc.

Senior Software Engineer

Boulder, CO · On-site

$127K - $167K/yr

Providing code review, and training to fellow software developers internal to KBI, as well as external developers from consulting teams. * Keeping up with software best practices and software ...

KBI Biopharma, Inc.

Senior Software Engineer

Boulder, CO · On-site

$127K - $167K/yr

Providing code review, and training to fellow software developers internal to KBI, as well as external developers from consulting teams. * Keeping up with software best practices and software ...

KBI Biopharma, Inc.

Senior Software Engineer

Boulder, CO · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

Providing code review, and training to fellow software developers internal to KBI, as well as external developers from consulting teams. * Keeping up with software best practices and software ...

Glow Networks

NSO Software Developer

Denver, CO · On-site

Internally, the person works with the virtual team of developers and testers and externally, the ... Candidate must be experienced on Agile Software Development methodology. The candidate should have ...

Infleqtion

Software Engineer

Louisville, CO · On-site

$100/hr

... and software developers--to deliver fully integrated product solutions. * Maintain documentation of designs, workflows, and processes in compliance with internal and regulatory standards.

Infleqtion

Software Engineer

Louisville, CO · On-site

$100/hr

... software developers-to deliver fully integrated product solutions. * Maintain documentation of ... designs, workflows, and processes in compliance with internal and regulatory standards.

Infleqtion

Software Engineer

Louisville, CO · On-site

$100/hr

... software developers-to deliver fully integrated product solutions. * Maintain documentation of ... designs, workflows, and processes in compliance with internal and regulatory standards.

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for software developers in Colorado is $117,607.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $94,600.00 and $136,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Software Developers vs Software Engineers?

AspectSoftware DevelopersSoftware Engineers
CredentialsBachelor's in CS or related field, coding certificationsBachelor's or higher in CS or related, often with engineering certifications
Work EnvironmentDevelopment teams, startups, tech companiesLarge organizations, system design, architecture roles
Industry UsageCommonly used in tech, startups, freelance projectsUsed in enterprise, large-scale projects, system design
Job FocusWriting code, developing applicationsDesigning systems, architecture, integrating components

While both Software Developers and Software Engineers work with code and software projects, Software Developers primarily focus on coding and application development. Software Engineers often take a broader approach, involving system design and architecture. The roles overlap, but the key difference lies in scope and responsibilities, with Engineers typically involved in designing complex systems and Developers concentrating on implementation.

Are software developers still in high demand?

Software developers continue to be in high demand due to ongoing digital transformation across industries, with strong growth projected in areas like cloud computing, cybersecurity, and mobile app development. Employers seek professionals skilled in programming languages such as Java, Python, and JavaScript, often requiring relevant certifications and experience with development tools. The demand is expected to remain robust in the coming years, making it a stable career choice.

What exactly do software developers do?

Software developers design, write, test, and maintain computer programs and applications using programming languages such as Java, Python, or C++. They analyze user needs, create technical specifications, and collaborate with teams to build functional software solutions. Strong problem-solving skills and knowledge of development tools are essential in this role.

What jobs can a software developer do?

Software developers can work in roles such as application developers, web developers, mobile app developers, systems analysts, and software engineers. They often specialize in programming languages like Java, Python, or C++, and may work in teams using tools like Git and Agile methodologies. These roles can be found in industries including technology, finance, healthcare, and entertainment.

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Infographic showing various Software Developers job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 86% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $117,607 per year, or $56.5 per hour.

Senior Software Engineer

KBI Biopharma, Inc.

Boulder, CO • On-site

$127K - $167K/yr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

KBI Biopharma rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job summary
A Senior Software Engineer with exceptional data and software engineering skills, and a passion for building data-centric applications is to join our team of software developers, data scientists and product owners to support and expand KBI's Digital Transformation vision. He or she will contribute to our current and future digital portfolio by using cutting-edge technologies, develop innovative approaches, with the ultimate purpose to enhance the quality and speed of drug development using software and data solutions. The role entails developing solutions to solve complex scientific and data problems. The ideal talent thrives in a fast-paced, technically complex, and business and market-driven environments. This position is designed to help lead KBI's data and software capabilities by focusing on expanding our cloud-based custom-built platforms and products that support biopharmaceutical processes and support data exchange, data visualization, statistical analysis and reporting capabilities.
Job Responsibilities
  • Developing, maintaining, enhancing and reviewing software solutions and data analysis tools to enable scientific insight, leveraging the existing landscape of open-source and proprietary packages developed at KBI.
  • Apply industry best practices and design patterns to distill fast-moving product requirements into state-of-the-art designs/architecture recommendations and tangible engineering tasks, to develop solutions that deliver target business goals, and support KBI's Digital Transformation goals.
  • Working closely with our SMEs to build tools or applications with a strong focus on data-driven decisions.
  • Shaping up our engineering culture by coming up with new ideas, tools, and best practices wherever better approaches can lead to higher quality, or faster time-to-market for digital products.
  • Interfacing with scientists, engineers, software developers and management to contribute to the team's vision, mission and approach to delivering Digital Transformation.
  • Owning projects end-to-end: from design, to working with product owners, contributing to backlog maintenance when needed, through development, to production and support.
  • Providing code review, and training to fellow software developers internal to KBI, as well as external developers from consulting teams.
  • Keeping up with software best practices and software technologies, especially open-source and technologies enabling cloud-based data products.
  • Support promoting digital mindset and better data and software awareness and practices throughout KBI as the company to expands its use and understanding of digital solutions.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
  • Master's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Chemical Engineering or another field with substantial Computer Science training or equivalent skills acquired through professional experience.
  • 5+ years working developing software, preferably with a scientific and/or data focus.
  • Strong understanding of 2 or more modern software development languages, preferably Python and Javascript/Typescript.
  • 5+ years of experience and proven track record delivering products with the following or similar technologies: Python, node.js , Python and/or Javascript frameworks for application development such as React, next.js, Flask, Django, streamlit, AWS services such as Redshift Redshift spectrum and RDS, data technologies such as Pandas, NumPy, Airbyte and DBT, testing frameworks such as pytest or playwright, orchestration technologies such as Github actions and Airflow.
  • Strong understanding of computer architecture and software architecture in cloud environments.
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills, and a desire to tackle challenging engineering problems through simple and maintainable software solutions.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain strong relationships with end-users, other development team members, and all stakeholders.
  • Customer focus with the emotional intelligence to collaborate with users to gather requirements to enable workflow and feature definition.
  • A passion for technology and a desire to always discover and learn about new technology that accelerate software development and/or improve its robustness.

Additional skills and experience considered a plus:
  • 2 or more years in a pharma or other regulated environment.
  • Experience with using Agile methodologies (e.g. Scrum), ideally in a regulated environment.
  • API frameworks and API building experience including REST, FASTAPI, AWS glue, ...

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.
I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for KBI Biopharma, Inc. to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either KBI Biopharma, Inc. or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of KBI Biopharma, Inc. has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.
I attest with my signature below that I have given to KBI Biopharma, Inc. true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize KBI Biopharma, Inc. to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.

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