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Backend Software Developer

Reposted 10 Hours Ago
In-Office
Reston, VA
137K-228K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Reston, VA
137K-228K Annually
Senior level
The Backend Software Developer will create software architectures, develop with C++ and Java, and support intelligence initiatives while collaborating with various teams.
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Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what’s happening now and shape what’s coming next.  Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters—where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can: Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world.

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance, applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status.

Export Control/ITAR: Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Please review the job details below.

This position requires an active U.S. Government Security Clearance at the TS/SCI level with CI Polygraph. 

The Back-end Developer will work independently and as part of a cross-functional team comprised of technical experts supporting an established and growing Intelligence Community (IC) mission. You will need to quickly understand complex technical concepts, make assessments, and articulate your recommendations to the customer. Previous experience working on-site to support the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Intelligence Community (IC) is highly desirable. 

Responsibilities:

  • Enable the development of system architectures, software systems, or software applications.  Focus of work will primarily be back-end development. 

  • Develop new software from algorithm definitions and prototypes. 

  • Work with program teams to plan future operations. 

  • Practice and improve on agile development methodologies and tools. 

  • Work in a collaborative environment to support sensor system design and fielding, special communications, and C2. 

  • Work with a multi-disciplinary team to compile complex products to inform leadership on technical risks and chances for success of projects. 

  • Brief customer project, program and senior leadership, as well as mission partners on modeling efforts, results, conclusions and recommendations. 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must have active TS/SCI security clearance with CI Polygraph. 

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, sciences, Computer Science, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or related technology field. 4 additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree. 

  • 6 years of relevant experience in software development, technology, engineering and/or science. 

  • Strong programming skills in C++, Java, Lambda, Go, AWS, etc. 

  • Experience creating task based native software 

  • Experience with algorithms, RESTful APIs, RESTful Web Services, Orchestration and Containerization (e.g. Kubernetes, Docker) 

  • Ability to communicate highly technical analyses at a level comprehensible to non-technical audiences and senior-level government representatives. 

  • Expert knowledge and use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working with High Performance Computing (HPC) and/or distributed computing systems 

  • Experience with Digital Signal Processing, Image Processing, Matlab 

  • Knowledge in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), Electro-Optical (EO), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geospatial Data. 

  • Experience with ArcGIS, ERDAS Imagine, STK, SIMDIS, Global Mapper, ENVI, QT Modeler and/or SocetGXP. 

  • Advanced education in Math, Physics. 

  • Experience working on-site at a customer location. 

  • Experience working in DOD / IC. 

  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a lead or within a team of peers, as well as excellent interpersonal and communications skills. 

Pay Transparency: In support of pay transparency at Vantor, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings.  The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range.

 ● The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $137,000.00 - $228,000.00 annually.

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

Benefits: Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.Vantor.com/careers

Additionally, this position is incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and/or individual results achieved; the specific incentive plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions.

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.  If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. 

The date of posting can be found on Vantor's Career page at the top of each job posting.

To apply, submit your application via Vantor's Career page.

EEO Policy: Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Top Skills

Arcgis
AWS
C++
Docker
Envi
Erdas Imagine
Global Mapper
Go
Java
Kubernetes
Lambda
Qt Modeler
Simdis
Socetgxp
Stk

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