Mid-Level Software Engineer

MAXAR TECHNOLOGIES, INC.; United States; Remote; USD 105,000 - 177,000; 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 is seeking a Remote‑First Software Engineer to contribute to mission‑critical software, backend services, and data processing workflows. You will support data scientists and partners by refining applications, troubleshooting, and delivering reliable capabilities in an agile, distributed team.

Requirements include U.S. citizenship and an active Top Secret/CBP/DHS suitability. Proficiency in Java or Rust and scripting languages, plus Jira/Confluence/Git experience, are expected.

Qualifications

• US citizenship required.
• Active Top Secret/CBP-DHS suitability or equivalent.
• Degree or equivalent with 4+ years of professional programming experience.
• Experience with strongly-typed languages (Java, Rust) and scripting languages (Python, JS/TS).
• Familiar with Agile software development tools and practices.
• Willing to work remote within the continental US.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to ongoing research, development, and sustainment of mission-focused software applications, backend services, APIs, data processing workflows, and analytics capabilities.
• Support data scientists and mission partners by refining software applications, improving performance, and delivering reliable capabilities in a remote-first, agile environment.

Skills

Java

Rust

Python

JavaScript/TypeScript

Agile/Scrum

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science / information systems / software engineering

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Git

Job description

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.

Security Clearance & Eligibility

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). This position requires an active U.S. Government Security Clearance at the Top Secret and/or CBP/DHS suitability level.

This role can be performed remotely within the continental United States.

About Us

Vantor is a multi‑disciplinary software development and data‑focused team supporting mission partners through rapid prototyping, iterative development, and operationally relevant technical solutions. Our diverse background of experience in mission support, software engineering, and applied data science serves as a catalyst to solve unique and challenging intelligence problems in support of operational users and their on‑going activities. Prototyping and frequent, iterative feedback are core to our delivery approach, anchored by a need to ensure accuracy, reliability, and timeliness in support of our customer’s mission.

Culture

Culture matters! The FALCON team values clear communication, ownership, technical curiosity, and the ability to contribute ideas without ego while fostering each other’s growth through feedback and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to the continued research, development, and sustainment of mission-focused software applications, backend services, APIs, data processing workflows, and analytical capabilities.
• You will support data scientists and mission partners by creating and/or refining software applications, maintaining and enhancing existing custom applications, troubleshooting defects, improving performance, contributing to code reviews and technical documentation, and helping deliver reliable capabilities in an agile, remote‑first environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Current Top Secret security clearance and/or CBP/DHS suitability.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, software engineering or a related field (4 additional years of experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree. A master’s degree may count as an additional 2 years of experience).
• 4+ years demonstrated professional experience with programming, design, and/or development.
• Professional experience with one or more strongly‑typed programming languages such as Java, Rust, or similar.
• Professional experience with one or more scripting programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, or similar.
• Working knowledge of agile software development practices and tools, such as Jira, Confluence, and git.
• Must be willing to work in a remote setting or nearby Vantor facility and comfortable communicating via video calls.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with backend development using Java and Rust.
• Experience developing and maintaining low‑latency, streaming, or event‑driven data processing technologies and paradigms (e.g. Apache Flink and/or Apache Kafka).
• Full‑stack development experience with modern front‑end JavaScript based frameworks, particularly React, Next, Leaflet, Map Libre, and Redux.
• API REST framework development and maintenance experience.
• Exposure to building and supporting solutions in a cloud environment (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, OpenStack, etc.).
• Experience with containerized deployments (e.g. Kubernetes, Docker).
• Experience with CI/CD tools and workflows (e.g. Jenkins, ArgoCD, Harness, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions).
• Experience with SQL database development, schema design, query optimization, or data modeling (e.g. PostgreSQL, Apache Iceberg, or similar technologies).
• Experience supporting research and development projects; developing production capable systems from a greenfield and receptive customer.
• You are a creative problem‑solver who wants to apply breakthrough technologies for the good of humanity and to keep our country safe.
• Strong verbal, written, documentation, and organizational skills.

Pay Transparency

Starting pay for this role will fall within the listed range and will be based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, and market conditions. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role 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 for this position within Colorado: $105,000.00 - $140,000.00 - $154,000.00 annually.
• Base pay for this position within New Jersey: $105,000.00 - $140,000.00 - $154,000.00 annually.
• Base pay for this position within Delaware: $105,000.00 - $140,000.00 - $154,000.00 annually.
• Base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area: $116,000.00 - $154,000.00 - $169,400.00 annually.
• Base pay for this position within California: $121,000.00 - $161,000.00 - $177,100.00 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

• Robust 401(k) with company match.
• Mental health resources.
• Student loan repayment assistance.
• Adoption reimbursement.
• Pet insurance.

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.

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. We also provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities in compliance with federal and state laws.

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