Data Systems Software Engineer II/III at University of Colorado
Boulder, CO
$99,594–$156,628from the description
Jul 7, 2026
Boulder, CO
Jul 21, 2026
What this job asks for AI summary
A software engineering role focused on building and maintaining data processing, analysis, and visualization systems for NASA space science missions on Linux platforms. Day-to-day work involves writing and debugging code to convert raw instrument data into scientific data products, collaborating with scientists to implement processing algorithms, and applying standard software engineering practices including code review and documentation. Suits candidates with a background in scientific or data-oriented software development.
Mid level · 2+ years · Boulder, CO · Bachelor's required · Full-time
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Most people in this occupation already list these. Still required — just not what gets you shortlisted.
What the occupation pays Median $168,179 (middle half $132,051–$211,194). This posting is about at that midpoint.
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This posting covers two levels simultaneously (Engineer II: 2–4 years, Engineer III: 5–8 years); the compensation range spans both ($99,594–$156,628). The seniority and experience floor reflect the lower (II) level, which is the minimum to qualify.
The JD is light on named technologies — it requires scientific programming, software development, or data processing experience on Linux-based platforms, but names no specific languages, frameworks, or tools. No preferred/nice-to-have technology section exists either.
Applicants must be US citizens, lawful permanent residents, or other protected individuals (asylees, refugees, amnesty residents) due to export-control requirements — this is a citizenship/status gate, not a security clearance.
A hybrid remote/on-site schedule is described as 'possible,' but in-person attendance is required for significant project meetings and activities; the role is not fully remote.
The alt SOC (15-2031) is noted because the role involves scientific data analysis and algorithm development alongside software engineering, but the primary framing is software development and systems engineering.
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