Senior Software Engineering Jobs in Colorado
Senior Software Engineering jobs in Colorado are concentrated in aerospace and defense, cloud computing, and financial technology, with Denver, Boulder, and Colorado Springs anchoring the bulk of hiring activity. Major employers with a lasting Colorado footprint include Lockheed Martin, Palantir Technologies, and Raytheon, all of whom maintain large engineering teams across the Front Range. The most in-demand specialties are distributed systems, platform and infrastructure engineering, and embedded systems for aerospace applications. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Senior Manager, Software Engineering (Data Ops/Dev Ops), leads the Data Platform Operations team. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence across our Datalake and Data Platform ecosystem, with a strong focus on DevOps practices, security, cloud cost optimization, deployment reliability, monitoring, maintenance, automation, and AI-enabled optimization. This role partners closely with engineering, data, security, and infrastructure teams to ensure our data platform is secure, scalable, efficient, and highly reliable. The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical and operational mindset, along with proven leadership experience in mentoring engineers, managing complex initiatives, and building platform operations at scale.What you'll do...
About the team:The Data Platform Operations team plays a pivotal role in ensuring the robustness and efficiency of our data ecosystem. Comprising experts in Data ops and DevOps, the team excels in managing a secure, scalable, and reliable platform that supports business-critical data processes. They leverage advanced tools and practices to enhance operational maturity. By fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration, the team partners with engineering, data, security, and infrastructure divisions to drive improvements in deployment reliability, cost efficiency, and data security, all while maintaining rigorous technical standards and continual mentorship.
What you'll do:
- Lead the Data Platform Operations team to drive operational strategy for the Data Lake and related services.
- Enhance data security and governance by improving access provisioning and compliance standards.
- Implement Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform) and automation to streamline operations.
- Improve cloud cost efficiency through tuning across storage, compute, and networking.
- Collaborate with security teams to strengthen IAM, RBAC, and compliance.
- Apply SRE practices for standardized deployments and improved resilience.
- Enhance monitoring and observability for reliability.
- Oversee maintenance, scaling, and automation of operational workflows.
- Integrate AI-driven optimization for performance improvement
- Mentor engineers, guide architectural decisions, promote technical quality through rigorous testing and code reviews.
What you'll bring:
- Proven leadership managing software, platform, or data ops teams in complex environments.
- Deep understanding of large-scale data platforms, data lakes, and distributed systems.
- Hands-on experience with Databricks, Snowflake, Apache Spark, Airflow, Kafka, Delta Lake, Iceberg, or similar technologies.
- Strong expertise in GCP-based data platform operations; Azure experience is a plus.
- In-depth knowledge of IAM, data security, governance, compliance, and audit requirements.
- Experience in cost optimization across storage, compute, and tooling.
- Familiarity with SRE principles, automation, monitoring, and incident management.
- Strong automation mindset enhancing operational efficiency.
- Effective collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders and mentoring of technical teams.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $121,000.00 - $242,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
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Minimum Qualifications...
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 5 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.Option 2: 7 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
2 years’ supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 3 years' experience in software engineering or related area., We value candidates with a background in creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of accessibility best practices and join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.Primary Location...
55 Madison St, Denver, CO 80206-5419, United States of America Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.Position Summary...
The Senior Manager, Software Engineering (Data Ops/Dev Ops), leads the Data Platform Operations team. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence across our Datalake and Data Platform ecosystem, with a strong focus on DevOps practices, security, cloud cost optimization, deployment reliability, monitoring, maintenance, automation, and AI-enabled optimization. This role partners closely with engineering, data, security, and infrastructure teams to ensure our data platform is secure, scalable, efficient, and highly reliable. The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical and operational mindset, along with proven leadership experience in mentoring engineers, managing complex initiatives, and building platform operations at scale.What you'll do...
About the team:The Data Platform Operations team plays a pivotal role in ensuring the robustness and efficiency of our data ecosystem. Comprising experts in Data ops and DevOps, the team excels in managing a secure, scalable, and reliable platform that supports business-critical data processes. They leverage advanced tools and practices to enhance operational maturity. By fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration, the team partners with engineering, data, security, and infrastructure divisions to drive improvements in deployment reliability, cost efficiency, and data security, all while maintaining rigorous technical standards and continual mentorship.
What you'll do:
- Lead the Data Platform Operations team to drive operational strategy for the Data Lake and related services.
- Enhance data security and governance by improving access provisioning and compliance standards.
- Implement Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform) and automation to streamline operations.
- Improve cloud cost efficiency through tuning across storage, compute, and networking.
- Collaborate with security teams to strengthen IAM, RBAC, and compliance.
- Apply SRE practices for standardized deployments and improved resilience.
- Enhance monitoring and observability for reliability.
- Oversee maintenance, scaling, and automation of operational workflows.
- Integrate AI-driven optimization for performance improvement
- Mentor engineers, guide architectural decisions, promote technical quality through rigorous testing and code reviews.
What you'll bring:
- Proven leadership managing software, platform, or data ops teams in complex environments.
- Deep understanding of large-scale data platforms, data lakes, and distributed systems.
- Hands-on experience with Databricks, Snowflake, Apache Spark, Airflow, Kafka, Delta Lake, Iceberg, or similar technologies.
- Strong expertise in GCP-based data platform operations; Azure experience is a plus.
- In-depth knowledge of IAM, data security, governance, compliance, and audit requirements.
- Experience in cost optimization across storage, compute, and tooling.
- Familiarity with SRE principles, automation, monitoring, and incident management.
- Strong automation mindset enhancing operational efficiency.
- Effective collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders and mentoring of technical teams.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $121,000.00 - $242,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
- Stock
ㅤ
ㅤ
ㅤ
ㅤ
Minimum Qualifications...
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 5 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.Option 2: 7 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
2 years’ supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 3 years' experience in software engineering or related area., We value candidates with a background in creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of accessibility best practices and join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.Primary Location...
55 Madison St, Denver, CO 80206-5419, United States of America Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.See All 8 Senior Software Engineering Jobs in Colorado
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior software engineering jobs across Colorado.
- Seven or more years of professional software engineering experience in production environments
- Deep proficiency in at least one backend language such as Python, Java, Go, or C++
- Experience designing and operating distributed systems or large-scale cloud infrastructure on AWS or Azure
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical design, mentor engineers, and drive architectural decisions
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization with Docker or Kubernetes, and DevSecOps practices
- Experience working in agile teams with cross-functional collaboration across product, data, and infrastructure
Senior Software Engineering Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a senior software engineering in Colorado?
There is no state-issued license required to work as a senior software engineer in Colorado. The typical path involves earning a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field, then building several years of hands-on experience in progressively complex roles. Colorado employers heavily weight a strong portfolio, open-source contributions, and demonstrated leadership on production systems when evaluating candidates for senior-level positions.
How much do senior software engineerings make in Colorado?
Senior software engineerings in Colorado earn a median of about $138,390 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $96,480 for the lowest 10% to over $213,010 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire senior software engineerings in Colorado?
Colorado senior software engineering roles are posted by Affirm, NVIDIA, and Walmart and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Colorado's mix of defense contractors, technology scaleups, and financial services firms creates consistent senior-level demand across the Front Range year-round.
Which Colorado cities have the most senior software engineering jobs?
Denver, Boulder, and Lone Tree have the most senior software engineering openings in Colorado right now. Denver drives volume through its dense concentration of fintech firms, cloud companies, and corporate technology divisions, while Boulder's startup and research ecosystem and Colorado Springs' defense and aerospace contractors generate steady demand outside the capital metro.
Are there remote senior software engineering jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 75% of senior software engineering openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how well the work translates to distributed teams. Backend platform roles and cloud infrastructure positions tend to be the most consistently remote, while embedded systems and defense-clearance roles almost always require on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a senior software engineering in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through associate or junior software engineer roles at Colorado employers who run structured early-career programs, then building toward senior over several years. Lockheed Martin and Raytheon both run new-graduate rotational engineering programs at their Colorado sites. A strong GitHub portfolio, contributions to open-source projects, and passing cloud certification exams from AWS or Google give candidates without deep professional experience a concrete edge in Colorado interviews.
Where can I find and apply to senior software engineering jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to senior software engineering jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings across the Front Range and beyond. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to the employer from each listing.
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