Jan 28, 2026

Cleared Software Coder (Onsite - Boulder, CO)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a hands-on software coder to support a classified government project. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys writing code, working in secure environments, and contributing to focused, mission-driven work.

This position requires onsite work in a classified facility in Boulder, Colorado, beginning February. Candidates must currently hold an active U.S. security clearance and be based in Boulder or able to commute daily.

Mandatory Requirements:
-Active U.S. security clearance (required)
-U.S. citizenship (required)
-Must be based in Boulder, CO or able to commute daily
-Must be available to work onsite starting in February
-Remote work is not available due to classified environment requirements

Applicants who do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

Work Schedule:
-Initial period: ~30 hours/week for the first two weeks
-Ongoing: ~5–10 hours/week thereafter for the foreseeable future
-Location: Onsite, Boulder, CO

What You’ll Be Doing:
-Write, review, and maintain code in support of a classified project
-Contribute to software or systems-level development efforts
-Work within a secure, compliance-driven environment
-Participate in internal onboarding to build an understanding of:
Core technology, Project objectives, Expectations and workflows
-Communicate clearly with internal team members and stakeholders

What We’re Looking For:
-Proven experience as a coder, software developer, or systems-focused programmer
-Strong hands-on coding skills (e.g., Python, C++, or similar languages)
-Experience working with secure, regulated, or sensitive systems
-Ability to work independently with limited weekly hours
-Professional communication and documentation skills

Nice to Have:
-Previous government or defense-related project experience

Company Description
Are you excited by the thought of pushing past the current frontier of technological intelligence? Are you passionate about making the world a better place?

Do you want to be excited about the work you do every day? Do you want to work on things that will make the lives of millions of people better?

Come join us at the Exploration Institute’s Advanced Projects Research and Development Group (APRDG) where we develop breakthrough technologies and have a great time doing so. We work hard. We have fun. We create, we explore, and we never miss a deadline. We push the state of the art, but we don’t reinvent the wheel where we don't have to.
We are a small team that will be expanding significantly in the near future. We are looking for a key member of a core team that will grow to lead the development of new research and development as we expand. We invest in our employees and their development, and as such, we are looking for someone interested in building something with us for the long term.

Company Description

Are you excited by the thought of pushing past the current frontier of technological intelligence? Are you passionate about making the world a better place?\r\n\r\nDo you want to be excited about the work you do every day? Do you want to work on things that will make the lives of millions of people better?\r\n\r\nCome join us at the Exploration Institute’s Advanced Projects Research and Development Group (APRDG) where we develop breakthrough technologies and have a great time doing so. We work hard. We have fun. We create, we explore, and we never miss a deadline. We push the state of the art, but we don’t reinvent the wheel where we don't have to.\r\nWe are a small team that will be expanding significantly in the near future. We are looking for a key member of a core team that will grow to lead the development of new research and development as we expand. We invest in our employees and their development, and as such, we are looking for someone interested in building something with us for the long term.