Tech Jobs in Greater Boulder Area

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Greater Boulder has become a hotspot for tech talent thanks to its blend of high‑growth startups, established aerospace and clean‑tech firms, and a supportive university ecosystem that churns out skilled graduates daily.

Key players range from cloud‑native SaaS firms like Instructure, which powers the Canvas LMS, to data‑intensive companies such as Spire that collect satellite telemetry. Lululemon’s tech team builds the digital experience for its global brand, while Lockheed Martin’s aerospace research labs push the boundaries of autonomous flight. The city also hosts a vibrant AI research community at CU Boulder and numerous biotech incubators.

Housing prices hover near $1.2 million median, making a clear salary range essential. With average rent for a two‑bedroom apartment around $2,400/month, a tech role that offers $120k+ can comfortably cover living costs, commute, and recreational activities. Salary transparency empowers candidates to negotiate packages that match Boulder’s cost of living and preserve work‑life balance.

Director of Sales Partnerships

Company: Zayo

Location: Greater Denver Area

Posted Nov 06, 2023

Zayo is a company that provides mission-critical bandwidth to large enterprises, including wireless and wireline carriers, media, tech, content, finance, healthcare, and others. The company operates a 133,000-mile network in North America and Europe, offering various communications infrastructure solutions. The role involves territory and capacity planning, setting cost and ROI targets, identifying performance gaps, refining sales processes, and facilitating account planning and business reviews. The ideal candidate is a problem solver with strong interpersonal skills, experience in the telecommunications industry, and the ability to work independently under pressure. The role offers a competitive base pay range, excellent benefits, and a commitment to equal employment opportunities.

Technical Escalations Engineer 2 (Logs) - US-West

Company: Datadog

Location: Greater Denver Area

Posted Nov 06, 2023

Datadog is seeking a Technical Escalations Engineer 2 to join their Technical Solutions team. The role involves developing technical knowledge around the Logs Management platform, investigating customer escalations, and handling complex issues. The ideal candidate should have 2+ years of experience in multi-channel technical support at a SaaS company, strong communication skills, and a client-centric approach. They should also be proficient in Python or Go, have knowledge of Linux, and be familiar with monitoring Java applications using mBeans. Datadog values a diverse workforce and offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

People Tech & Operations Manager

Company: Checkr

Location: Greater Denver Area

Posted Nov 07, 2023

Checkr, a company valued at $5B, is seeking an experienced People Tech & Operations Manager. The role involves driving operational efficiency, managing technology, designing processes, and building high-performing resources. The manager will work on Workday business processes, data integrity, employee support centers, and compliance activities. They will also develop and execute operations procedures, partner with stakeholders, and implement programs to automate processes. The ideal candidate should have expertise in Workday HCM, JIRA Help Desk, and other HR tools, with 5+ years of experience in People Ops at scaling organizations. They should possess strong HR operational expertise, customer-obsession, problem-solving skills, and excellent communication abilities. Checkr offers a fast-paced environment, learning and development allowance, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits.

Staff Engineer

Company: SonderMind

Location: Greater Denver Area

Posted Nov 07, 2023

SonderMind is a company that provides accessible, personalized mental health care and is looking for a senior engineer to join their team. The role involves building and maintaining tools to help feature teams deliver value efficiently and making meaningful contributions to the platform and infrastructure.

Senior Software Engineer- SEO

Company: Vivian Health

Location: Greater Denver Area

Posted Nov 06, 2023

Vivian Health is seeking a remote Senior Software Engineer to join their team. The role involves shipping iterative solutions, collaborating with engineers, solving business problems, and architecting scalable systems. The ideal candidate should have experience with JavaScript, Python, Service Oriented Architectures, React, and SQL databases. Vivian Health offers a competitive salary range of $150,000 - $180,000, along with comprehensive benefits including flexible time off, health insurance, 401K, parental leave, and a work from home stipend.

Temporary Booker

Company: Forbes

Location: Greater NYC Area

Posted Nov 06, 2023

Forbes is expanding its Video News Team and seeking a Booker to assist on-camera journalists in booking guests for various digital-first video programs. The ideal candidate should have a strong interest in news, politics, culture, and entertainment, with a broad knowledge of journalism and relevant figures. The role involves contacting guests, scheduling interviews, managing the studio schedule, and maintaining a database of guests. The position is a hybrid role requiring on-site presence at the Jersey City Office, Forbes summits, and events. The hourly rate is $24.00 - $35.00. Forbes is an equal opportunity employer offering a flexible work schedule.

Senior Data Engineer

Company: Homebot

Location: Greater Denver Area

Posted Nov 07, 2023

Homebot, a leading company in the mortgage tech industry, is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to join their growing team in Denver. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in data-focused languages and databases, and be comfortable working with various data systems. The role involves building and maintaining data pipelines, shipping new data products, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Homebot offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative, fun work environment. The company is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment.

Staff Engineer

Company: SonderMind

Location: Greater Denver Area

Posted Nov 07, 2023

SonderMind is seeking a senior engineer with 8+ years of full stack experience to join their team. The role involves integrating different technologies, contributing to tooling, and making meaningful contributions to the platform and infrastructure. The ideal candidate should be proficient in Ruby on Rails, Angular, PostgreSQL, and have experience with CI/CD, RabbitMQ, and eventing systems. The company values curiosity, courage, lightfulness, authenticity, and bucketworthiness. Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, therapy coverage, flexible PTO, parental leave, and a competitive salary.

Program Manager, Launch

Company: Rocket Lab

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Nov 06, 2023

Rocket Lab is a vertically integrated provider of small launch services, satellites, and spacecraft components. Their mission is to open access to space to improve life on Earth. They have a team of over 1,500 people, with collaboration at their core. They are developing a medium lift launch vehicle called Neutron, which is highly reusable and cost-effective. They are currently hiring a Program Manager for Launch based in Long Beach, USA, to support the development of the Neutron launch vehicle. The role involves delivering Neutron program deliverables on time and within budget, working with the Neutron chief engineer, and managing relationships with various engineering and production teams.

Buyer II

Company: Solid Power

Location: Greater Denver Area

Posted Nov 06, 2023

Solid Power is hiring a Buyer II to join their dynamic team working on next-generation all-solid-state rechargeable batteries. The role involves materials, inventory, and logistics management, with a focus on negotiation, purchasing, and data analysis. The ideal candidate should have a background in manufacturing, purchasing, and data analysis, preferably with SAP experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of $65,000 - $90,000 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Marketing and Communications Specialist

Company: Zayo

Location: Greater Denver Area

Posted Nov 06, 2023

Zayo is seeking a Marketing and Communications Specialist to join their dynamic team. The role involves project management, event support, and communications coordination. The company offers excellent benefits, rewards, and wellness programs.

Staff Engineer

Company: SonderMind

Location: Greater Denver Area

Posted Nov 07, 2023

SonderMind is seeking a senior engineer with 8+ years of experience in full stack development, proficient in Ruby on Rails and Angular. The role involves integrating technologies, contributing to tooling, and making meaningful contributions to the platform. The company values curiosity, courage, lightfulness, authenticity, and bucketworthiness. Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, therapy coverage, flexible PTO, disability & AD&D, parental leave, competitive salary, pet insurance, and a commitment to diversity and equal opportunity.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of tech jobs are available in Greater Boulder Area?
Software engineer, data scientist, AI/ML engineer, product manager, UX designer, cybersecurity analyst, DevOps engineer, cloud architect, hardware engineer, research scientist, and technical project manager.
How do remote vs on‑site trends look in Greater Boulder?
Over 60% of tech companies offer hybrid arrangements. On‑site roles are still popular due to Boulder’s collaborative culture, but many firms accommodate full remote or flexible schedules, especially for roles in software, data, and AI.
Who are the major employers in the Greater Boulder tech scene?
Instructure, Spire, Lululemon, Lockheed Martin, Google’s Boulder office, Nextdoor, Strava, Colorado State University, and a growing list of biotech firms like Veracyte and BioX.
What are the salary expectations for tech roles in Boulder?
Median software engineer pay ranges $120k–$140k, data scientist $110k–$130k, AI engineer $130k–$160k, product manager $115k–$140k, plus annual bonuses and equity that can add 10–20% of base.
What advice do you have for relocating to Greater Boulder for tech work?
Research neighborhoods such as Downtown Boulder, Boulder Creek, or Ivy for housing and commute. Use local cost‑of‑living calculators, join Boulder Tech Meetup and university alumni events, and schedule visits to key employers. Secure a car for flexibility, explore faculty‑run incubators, and review the City of Boulder relocation guide for housing assistance and tax incentives.

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