Careerscape is recruiting on behalf of our client for a Senior Software Engineer to support technical users on a classified High Performance Computing (HPC) research and development environment in Colorado Springs, CO. In this role you will be the go-to technical resource for scientists and engineers running modeling and simulation workloads on HPC systems, helping them onboard, resolve access issues, troubleshoot code, and keep complex workflows running smoothly in a secure, mission-critical environment.
Day to day, you will split your time between hands-on user support, scripting, debugging, and documentation, all while coordinating closely with the customer, O&M, and security teams to keep the HPC environment secure and available. This role suits an engineer who enjoys direct technical problem-solving with end users, is comfortable moving between C/C++/Fortran code, Linux shells, and configuration management practices, and takes pride in clear documentation and dependable support in a high-security, high-stakes setting.
The midpoint of this role’s $140,000–$175,000 range is $157,500 per year. Here is how that compares with live openings on Careerscape right now:
Figures are computed automatically from salary ranges on live Careerscape listings and update as jobs are added or filled. They are informational, not an offer guarantee.
This position pays $140,000 to $175,000 per year. The midpoint of $157,500 is above the $100,000 median for Information Technology roles currently listed on our board.
This is a on-site position based in Colorado Springs, Colorado 80903.
This is listed as a Mid-Senior level role. See the Requirements section above for the specific qualifications the client is looking for.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k retirement plan with employer match, Paid time off and paid holidays, Life and disability insurance, Tuition and professional certification assistance, Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
Posted on October 16, 2026 with 8 applications so far. Applying early is recommended, as our recruiters begin reviewing candidates as soon as applications come in.
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