Software Development Engineer (TS/SCI)

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.

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

As a Software Engineer on this program, you’ll help identify, develop, and mature AI/ML and computer vision capabilities, including Automatic Target Recognition (ATR). You’ll combine internally developed technologies with proven industry solutions to build scalable, high-performance capabilities. You’ll also work across R&D teams to move successful technologies into broader use and deliver meaningful results for customers.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement efficient, flexible solutions that can scale for mission critical applications.
• Active in all aspects of the development lifecycle, including planning, requirements development, software design, implementation and build, documentation, testing, deployment and maintenance.
• Apply knowledge of software standards and processes to test, troubleshoot and patch vendor provided software.
• Develop analytics/derivative data products to help users extract meaningful knowledge
• Proactive approach to trouble shooting and problem-solving issues
• Collaborate with diverse teams of engineers, clients, and users

Minimum Qualifications:

• US citizenship and a current TS/SCI clearance (with willingness to get a CI Polygraph).
• 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.
• Experience working with data in software applications, such as extracting or transforming data for a feature or product.
• Familiarity with modern software development tools, DevSecOps practices, and CI/CD pipelines
• Working proficiency in one multiparadigm programming language (preferably Python or C++)
• Working knowledge of Linux-based environments
• Strong problem-solving mindset and adaptability, with the ability to leverage emerging technologies to solve mission challenges

Preferred Qualifications:

• Design, develop, and deploy AI-native software products that transform large-scale geospatial data into actionable intelligence and mission-critical insights.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Ability to troubleshoot routine issues, collaborate with teammates and users, and take feedback on technical work.
• Familiarity with designing, developing, testing, and deploying AI/ML or CV models across diverse data types

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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

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. 

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