Software Engineer
Caci Technologies
Colorado Springs, CO · Posted November 2, 2026
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About the job
Job Title: Software Engineer
Job Category: Engineering
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Local
Anticipated Posting End: 1/1/2100
Software Engineer
CACI is seeking a Software Engineer in support of the Data Transport Product Support Sustainment Logistics Maintenance (DSLM) contract, located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. You will perform sustainment and modification software engineering on various mission and non-mission systems in support of the Satellite Control Network (SCN). As part of the DSLM Software Team, you will actively participate in all Agile ceremonies (daily Scrum, Backlogs, and Retrospectives), create software work products and related artifacts to implement the Backlog, assess and analyze deficiencies and tech debt, and engage in continuous software process improvements.
Responsibilities
Coordinate closely with team members, Product Owners and Scrum Masters to ensure User Story alignment and implementation to customer use cases
Analyze (through demonstrations, proof of concept, performance, and end-to-end testing) and effectively coordinate Infrastructure needs driven by developed software to meet customer mission needs
Determine operational feasibility by evaluating analysis, problem definition, requirements, solution development, and proposed solutions.
Document and demonstrate solutions by developing documentation, flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments, clean, maintainable and efficient code and unit test
Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members
Prepare and install solutions by determining and designing system specifications, standards, and programming.
Improve operations by conducting systems analysis, recommending changes in policies and procedures.
Develop software solutions by studying information needs, conferring with users, studying systems flow, data usage, and work processes, and investigating problem areas
Support and/or execute site testing at locations across the globe
Lead release efforts, including mentoring junior team members
Qualifications
Required
US Citizen with DoD Secret Security Clearance or ability to obtain and maintain Secret Security Clearance
Bachelor’s Degree and 5+ years experience or combination.
Software development experience/education using C and/or C++ or Java, as well as at least one scripting language like Perl, Python, Bash, or TCL
Working in Linux/Unix development environment
Experience with Git version control systems
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to details
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Experience leading release efforts
Experience mentoring junior team members
Desired
Experience on DoD programs and interaction with government stakeholders - SCN experience is a plus
RBC experience extremely desired
Experience using the following COTS tools: GitLab, SharePoint, Fortify, JIRA
Writing custom simulations
Developing and debugging devices handlers
Implementing testing tools and strategies
Agile Software Development experience
Agile certifications (software development oriented)
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What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range :
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is: $82,100-$172,400
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.