AWS Geospatial Software Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 86,800 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking an AWS Geospatial Software Engineer to develop software solutions in a fast, agile environment. Candidates should possess a cloud-first development approach and extensive experience in data processing and spatial algorithms. An active TS/SCI clearance is required.

The role emphasizes backend development, AWS services, and containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes. Compensation ranges from $86,800 to $198,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software with a cloud-first development approach.
• 3+ years of experience with AWS services and cloud-native architecture patterns.
• Experience working with containerization, including Docker and Kubernetes.

Responsibilities

• Develop software and systems from vision to production-ready.
• Utilize familiarity with geospatial data processing and development of spatial algorithms.
• Lead technical initiatives in large-scale environments.

Skills

Back-end development

Cloud-first development approach

Geospatial data processing

Spatial algorithm development

Containerization

Infrastructure as Code

Production application deployment

Active TS/SCI clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AWS

Docker

Terraform

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Opportunity

As an AWS Geospatial Software Engineer, you can resolve a problem with a complete end-to-end geospatial solution in a fast, agile environment. If you’re looking for the chance to not just develop software, but to create a system that will make a difference, we need you on our team. We’re looking for an experienced developer like you with the skills needed to develop software and systems from vision to production ready. On our team, you will utilize familiarity with geospatial data processing and development of spatial algorithms at scale.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software with a cloud-first development approach
• 5+ years of experience with back-end development, including with back-end languages such as Java, Python, GO, or C++, and front-end languages such as JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, or CSS
• 3+ years of experience with enterprise application development, including geospatial data processing and spatial algorithm development
• 3+ years of experience with AWS services and cloud-native architecture patterns, including ECS/EKS, Lambda, SQS, SNS, EC2, RDS, DynamoDB, IAM policies, security groups, and network security
• 3+ years of experience with Infrastructure as Code, including AWS CDK, Terraform, or CloudFormation
• Experience working with containerization, including Docker, Kubernetes, or ECS/EKS, and container orchestration
• Experience developing and deploying production geospatial applications from concept to O&M
• Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam
• Bachelor's degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Authority to Operate (ATO) processes and security documentation
• Experience with database administration and optimization, including RDS, DynamoDB, or MongoDB
• Experience with serverless architecture such as Lambda and API Gateway
• Experience leading technical initiatives in large-scale environments
• Experience with system design, including scalability and reliability
• Experience developing Geospatial UIs, implementing DevOps mechanisms for projects, and designing and implementing UI for artificial intelligence or machine learning applications
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
• AWS Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified Developer Certification
• IAT Level II+ Certification such as Security+ or CISSP Certification

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.