Full Stack Software Engineer (TS/SCI)

Vantor Inc.; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 119,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Mental health resources

Student loan repayment assistance

Adoption reimbursement

Pet insurance

Job summary

Vantor Inc. is seeking a qualified software engineer based in Herndon, VA. Candidates must hold a current TS/SCI security clearance and possess a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or a related field.

The role requires a minimum of 3 years of experience with various programming languages and technologies including Java, C++, and Python. Vantor offers competitive pay and benefits that reflect industry standards and support work-life integration.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen with a current TS/SCI clearance.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in software development.
• Experience developing containerized micro‑services.

Responsibilities

• Develop front‑end web applications and back‑end services using APIs.
• Work collaboratively in a geographically dispersed team.

Skills

Java

C++

Python

Vue.js

React

Kafka

Git

ELK

Grafana

Prometheus

Bash

Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or related STEM field

Tools

Git/Subversion

IDE

Job description

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).

Location Options

• Melbourne, FL
• Colorado Springs, CO
• Herndon, VA

Minimum Requirements

• Must be a US citizen with a current TS/SCI clearance.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Software Engineering or a related STEM field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Experiences with any of the following: Java, C++, Python, Vue.js, React, Kafka or similar, Git, ELK, Grafana, Prometheus, Bash, Linux.
• Experience developing containerized micro‑services.
• Experience developing front‑end web applications.
• Experience developing back‑end services that use APIs or a message bus to communicate.
• Experience with software engineering tools (e.g., Git/Subversion, IDE).
• Familiarity with the Agile development process and tools.
• Familiarity with Continuous Integration and Continuous Development pipelines (CI‑CD Pipelines).
• Ability to work in a geographically dispersed, collaborative team environment.

Desired Additional Qualifications

• Experience with formal software development methodologies (Agile).
• Experience writing software implementing algorithms.
• Experience implementing Design Patterns.
• Familiarity with Aerospace Engineering and space operations.

Pay Transparency

Vantor includes salary ranges in all U.S. job postings. Starting pay for this role will fall within the listed range and will be based on experience, qualifications, skills, location, and market conditions. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements should not expect to receive compensation at the top of the range. The listed range reflects the expected pay for this position, and final offers will be determined based on each candidate's experience, expertise, and alignment with the role.

Base pay ranges by location:

• Colorado: $82,000.00 - $109,000.00 - $119,900.00 annually.
• Washington, DC metropolitan area: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 - $132,000.00 annually.
• Other states: geographic cost of labor is used to develop market‑driven ranges.

Benefits

Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that includes a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks such as student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of life.

EEO Policy

Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. 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.