IT Engineer Jobs in Colorado
IT Engineer jobs in Colorado are in strong demand, with the market concentrated in defense contracting, aerospace, telecommunications, and the rapidly expanding tech corridor along the Front Range. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder account for the largest share of openings, and established employers such as Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Lumen Technologies maintain a lasting presence across the state. Network infrastructure, cloud systems, and cybersecurity are the specializations drawing the most consistent hiring activity. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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About Hensel Phelps
At Hensel Phelps, we don’t just build projects—we build careers, communities, and a culture of excellence. As an employee-owned company, every person here plays a vital role in shaping our success and future. Guided by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder mindset, Diversity, and Community, we combine cutting-edge technology with hands-on expertise to deliver landmark projects across the nation. When you join Hensel Phelps, you join a team that values your growth, empowers your ideas, and invests in your journey. Together, we create an environment where innovation thrives, safety is paramount, and every individual has the opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Job Description
The software engineer II role is to design front end look/feel, code, test, and analyze software programs and applications. This includes researching, designing, documenting, and modifying software specifications throughout the production lifecycle. The software engineer will also analyze and amend software errors in a timely and accurate fashion and provide status reports where required.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist other developers, analysts, and designers in conceptualizing and developing new software programs and applications
- Plan individual portions of work within phases of the software development life cycle (SDLC) for a variety of projects
- Assist in the preparation and documentation of software requirements and specifications
- Research and document requirements of software users
- Conduct research on emerging application development software products, languages, and standards in support of procurement and development efforts
- Interact regularly with managers, clients, vendors, and agencies to field queries and questions
- Recommend, schedule, and perform software improvements and upgrades
- Consistently write, translate, and code software programs and applications according to specifications
- Run and monitor software performance tests on new and existing programs for the purposes of correcting errors, isolating areas for improvement, and general debugging
- Administer critical analysis of test results and deliver solutions to problem areas
- Generate statistics and prepare and write reports for management and/or team members on the status of the programming process
- Assist in the development and maintenance of user manuals and guidelines
- Write programming scripts to enhance functionality and/or appearance of company Web site and/or related Web applications as necessary
- Remove code script from company Web site and/or related Web applications as necessary
- Liaise with network administrators, systems analysts, and software engineers to assist in resolving problems with software products or company software systems
- Manage and/or provide guidance to junior software developers and research assistants.
Qualifications
- College diploma or university degree in the field of computer science or software engineering, and/or 4 years equivalent work experience
- Working technical knowledge of one or more of these programming languages, JavaScript/Node/React/Angular, C#/.NET, Python, GraphQL, GIT
- Experience with Azure Cloud based services
- Experience with building applications
- Experience with SQL/NoSQL database
- Solid working knowledge of current Internet technologies
- Hands-on software troubleshooting experience
- Knowledge of applicable security and data privacy practices
- Experience with specific phases of the software development life cycle
- Familiarity with agile and waterfall software development methodologies
- Flexible and adaptable in regard to learning and understanding new technologies
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to conduct research into software-related issues and products
- Highly logical
- Technically proficient
- Highly self-motivated and directed
- Keen attention to detail
- Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Physical Requirements
Light Work. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
- The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and office activity.
- Walking - The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, boxes, cabinets, etc.
- Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, phone, computer, and computer printer.
- The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office administration.
- Constantly computes, analyzes, and conceptualizes mathematical calculations and formulas.
- Constantly reads written communications and views email submissions.
- The person in this position regularly sits in a stationary position in front of a computer screen.
- Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.
- Rarely exposed to high and low temperatures
- Rarely exposed to noisy environments and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
Education
College diploma or university degree in the field of computer science or software engineering, and/or 4 years equivalent work experience.
Compensation
Base Salary Range: $74,000.00 - $81,000.00 USD (Colorado Only)
Benefits
Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our salaried employees. This position is eligible for company paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, health savings account (HSA) (HSA not available in Hawaii), and our employee assistance program (EAP). It also is eligible for employee paid enrollment in vision and dental insurance. Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, salaried employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire. Salaried positions (project engineers and above) participate in an annual bonus plan, subject to company and employee performance. Salaried employees (this is all salaried employees) are also eligible for a company cell phone or cell phone allowance in accordance with company policy. Further, salaried employees (project engineers and above) also receive either a vehicle or vehicle allowance in accordance with Hensel Phelps’ policies. Based on position location, a cost of living adjustment (COLA) may also be included (subject to periodic review and adjustment).
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity employer. Hensel Phelps is committed to engaging in affirmative action to increase employment opportunities for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
At Hensel Phelps, we bring our clients’ vision to life with a comprehensive approach that begins with innovative planning and extends throughout the life of the property. Our expert development, construction and facility services teams
ensure that every project meets our clients’ goals and objectives.
Over our 84-year history, Hensel Phelps has evolved from a bid-build general contractor to a full-service building provider. Our organization is comprised of three lines of business – development, construction, and facility services.
These groups work as a cohesive team, sharing ideas and knowledge from each discipline to provide our clients with the highest level of service. Our capabilities span from concept through the long-term facilities management of projects,
which means that our focus is on the complete life cycle of each project we build.
Hensel Phelps Facility Services Group is uniquely qualified with decades of facility experience. The Facility Services Group
specializes in facility solutions, building systems integration, specialized construction, and facility management. Our team provides best-in-class operational solutions with technical knowledge and subject matter experts of building systems, envelopes, campus, and client operations.
About Hensel Phelps
At Hensel Phelps, we don’t just build projects—we build careers, communities, and a culture of excellence. As an employee-owned company, every person here plays a vital role in shaping our success and future. Guided by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder mindset, Diversity, and Community, we combine cutting-edge technology with hands-on expertise to deliver landmark projects across the nation. When you join Hensel Phelps, you join a team that values your growth, empowers your ideas, and invests in your journey. Together, we create an environment where innovation thrives, safety is paramount, and every individual has the opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Job Description
The software engineer II role is to design front end look/feel, code, test, and analyze software programs and applications. This includes researching, designing, documenting, and modifying software specifications throughout the production lifecycle. The software engineer will also analyze and amend software errors in a timely and accurate fashion and provide status reports where required.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist other developers, analysts, and designers in conceptualizing and developing new software programs and applications
- Plan individual portions of work within phases of the software development life cycle (SDLC) for a variety of projects
- Assist in the preparation and documentation of software requirements and specifications
- Research and document requirements of software users
- Conduct research on emerging application development software products, languages, and standards in support of procurement and development efforts
- Interact regularly with managers, clients, vendors, and agencies to field queries and questions
- Recommend, schedule, and perform software improvements and upgrades
- Consistently write, translate, and code software programs and applications according to specifications
- Run and monitor software performance tests on new and existing programs for the purposes of correcting errors, isolating areas for improvement, and general debugging
- Administer critical analysis of test results and deliver solutions to problem areas
- Generate statistics and prepare and write reports for management and/or team members on the status of the programming process
- Assist in the development and maintenance of user manuals and guidelines
- Write programming scripts to enhance functionality and/or appearance of company Web site and/or related Web applications as necessary
- Remove code script from company Web site and/or related Web applications as necessary
- Liaise with network administrators, systems analysts, and software engineers to assist in resolving problems with software products or company software systems
- Manage and/or provide guidance to junior software developers and research assistants.
Qualifications
- College diploma or university degree in the field of computer science or software engineering, and/or 4 years equivalent work experience
- Working technical knowledge of one or more of these programming languages, JavaScript/Node/React/Angular, C#/.NET, Python, GraphQL, GIT
- Experience with Azure Cloud based services
- Experience with building applications
- Experience with SQL/NoSQL database
- Solid working knowledge of current Internet technologies
- Hands-on software troubleshooting experience
- Knowledge of applicable security and data privacy practices
- Experience with specific phases of the software development life cycle
- Familiarity with agile and waterfall software development methodologies
- Flexible and adaptable in regard to learning and understanding new technologies
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to conduct research into software-related issues and products
- Highly logical
- Technically proficient
- Highly self-motivated and directed
- Keen attention to detail
- Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Physical Requirements
Light Work. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
- The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and office activity.
- Walking - The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, boxes, cabinets, etc.
- Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, phone, computer, and computer printer.
- The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office administration.
- Constantly computes, analyzes, and conceptualizes mathematical calculations and formulas.
- Constantly reads written communications and views email submissions.
- The person in this position regularly sits in a stationary position in front of a computer screen.
- Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.
- Rarely exposed to high and low temperatures
- Rarely exposed to noisy environments and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
Education
College diploma or university degree in the field of computer science or software engineering, and/or 4 years equivalent work experience.
Compensation
Base Salary Range: $74,000.00 - $81,000.00 USD (Colorado Only)
Benefits
Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our salaried employees. This position is eligible for company paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, health savings account (HSA) (HSA not available in Hawaii), and our employee assistance program (EAP). It also is eligible for employee paid enrollment in vision and dental insurance. Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, salaried employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire. Salaried positions (project engineers and above) participate in an annual bonus plan, subject to company and employee performance. Salaried employees (this is all salaried employees) are also eligible for a company cell phone or cell phone allowance in accordance with company policy. Further, salaried employees (project engineers and above) also receive either a vehicle or vehicle allowance in accordance with Hensel Phelps’ policies. Based on position location, a cost of living adjustment (COLA) may also be included (subject to periodic review and adjustment).
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity employer. Hensel Phelps is committed to engaging in affirmative action to increase employment opportunities for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
At Hensel Phelps, we bring our clients’ vision to life with a comprehensive approach that begins with innovative planning and extends throughout the life of the property. Our expert development, construction and facility services teams
ensure that every project meets our clients’ goals and objectives.
Over our 84-year history, Hensel Phelps has evolved from a bid-build general contractor to a full-service building provider. Our organization is comprised of three lines of business – development, construction, and facility services.
These groups work as a cohesive team, sharing ideas and knowledge from each discipline to provide our clients with the highest level of service. Our capabilities span from concept through the long-term facilities management of projects,
which means that our focus is on the complete life cycle of each project we build.
Hensel Phelps Facility Services Group is uniquely qualified with decades of facility experience. The Facility Services Group
specializes in facility solutions, building systems integration, specialized construction, and facility management. Our team provides best-in-class operational solutions with technical knowledge and subject matter experts of building systems, envelopes, campus, and client operations.
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IT Engineer Job Market in Colorado
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Telecommunications
- Electronics & Hardware
What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in IT engineer jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related engineering field
- Proficiency with network infrastructure, including routing, switching, and firewall configuration
- Experience managing Windows and Linux server environments in enterprise settings
- Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Security+, or Cisco CCNA
- Familiarity with cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
- Active or eligibility for DoD security clearance, required by many Colorado defense contractors
IT Engineer Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a it engineer in Colorado?
Most it engineer positions in Colorado require a bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a closely related field. Colorado does not issue a state-specific license for it engineers, so hiring decisions center on education, vendor certifications like CompTIA, Cisco, or Microsoft credentials, and demonstrated hands-on experience. Candidates targeting the state's large defense and aerospace sector should also be prepared to pursue or hold a federal security clearance early in their career.
Which companies hire it engineers in Colorado?
Companies currently hiring it engineers in Colorado include Lockheed Martin, CommonSpirit Health, and SAIC, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Colorado's concentration of defense, aerospace, and telecommunications employers means many of the largest and most consistent openings come from contractors and carriers with long-term operations along the Front Range.
Which Colorado cities have the most it engineer jobs?
Colorado Springs, Denver, and Littleton have the most it engineer openings in Colorado. Denver's size and density of tech, finance, and healthcare employers drive the largest share of listings, while Colorado Springs benefits from the heavy presence of military installations and defense contractors, and Boulder's research university ecosystem and concentration of technology companies generate strong demand for specialized infrastructure and systems roles.
Are there remote it engineer jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than many technical fields, because a meaningful portion of it engineering work involves systems management and cloud administration that can be done off-site. About 71% of it engineer openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting genuine flexibility across the sector. Roles focused on cloud infrastructure, network monitoring, and systems administration are the most likely to allow fully remote arrangements, while on-site work is more common for hardware, data center, and clearance-required positions.
How can I get hired as a it engineer in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a help desk or IT support role, which large Colorado employers use as a pipeline for junior it engineers. Organizations such as UCHealth, the City and County of Denver, and mid-size defense subcontractors regularly hire associate IT technicians without deep experience. Earning a CompTIA A+ or Network+ certification before applying gives candidates a measurable edge, and community colleges such as Community College of Denver offer affordable IT programs that align directly with those credentials.
Where can I find and apply to it engineer jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to it engineer jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the roles that fit your background, review the requirements, and apply directly to the ones that match your experience and location preferences.
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