Software Engineer

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.

Vantor is seeking a Software Engineer to support the development and integration of software algorithms into operational systems.  This position requires both software development and mathematics proficiency.

This position supports PUMA, the U.S. Intelligence Community’s Program of Record missile warning system, which operates 24/7 in redundant operational environments. PUMA integrates data from Department of Defense and Intelligence OPIR (Overhead Persistent Infrared) sensors to generate 3D fused missile tracks used for tactical and strategic missile warning. 

Responsibilities:

• Take algorithm definitions and prototypes and convert them into robust software applications that run efficiently on large images and are ready for operational environments.
• Apply software standards and processes to produce high quality, extensible, and maintainable software packages.
• Build and improve on automated test and verification software and tools.
• Debug, refactor and reimplement existing software codebases into new systems and on new platforms.
• Participate in all aspects of the development lifecycle, including planning, requirements development, software design, implementation and build, documentation, testing, deployment and maintenance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret security clearance, eligible for SCI.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technology fields (5 years of professional experience in lieu of degree).
• Experience in scientific programming or algorithm implementation
• 5+ years of experience in related fields.
• Programming skills in C++.
• Version control experience in Git (GitHub, GitLab, BitBucket).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Estimation Techniques such as Kalman Filtering
• Familiarity with Orbital Mechanics
• Experience with formal software development methodologies (Agile).
• Experience with Docker/Kubernetes or other container platforms

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 ranges from our lowest geographic market up to our highest geographic market within California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, and Washington:$92,000.00 - $195,000.00 annually.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.vantor.com/careers

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.

Vantor values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.