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Backend Software Developer

Maxar Technologies

Reston, VA
Full Time
Senior
131k-219k
21 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Back-end Developer will work independently and as part of a cross-functional team supporting an established and growing Intelligence Community (IC) mission. The role involves understanding complex technical concepts, making assessments, and articulating recommendations to the customer. Previous experience supporting the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Intelligence Community (IC) is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

  • Enable the development of system architectures, software systems, or software applications, primarily focusing on back-end development.
  • Develop new software from algorithm definitions and prototypes.
  • Work with program teams to plan future operations.
  • Practice and improve on agile development methodologies and tools.
  • Support sensor system design and fielding, special communications, and C2 in a collaborative environment.
  • Work with a multi-disciplinary team to compile complex products to inform leadership on technical risks and project success chances.
  • Brief customer projects, programs, senior leadership, and mission partners on modeling efforts, results, conclusions, and recommendations.

Requirements

  • Must have active TS/SCI security clearance with CI Polygraph.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, sciences, Computer Science, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or related technology field, or 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
  • 6 years of relevant experience in software development, technology, engineering, and/or science.
  • Strong programming skills in C++, Java, Lambda, Go, AWS, etc.
  • Experience creating task-based native software.
  • Experience with algorithms, RESTful APIs, RESTful Web Services, Orchestration, and Containerization (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker).
  • Ability to communicate highly technical analyses to non-technical audiences and senior government representatives.
  • Expert knowledge and use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice to Have

  • Experience working with High Performance Computing (HPC) and/or distributed computing systems.
  • Experience with Digital Signal Processing, Image Processing, Matlab.
  • Knowledge in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), Electro-Optical (EO), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geospatial Data.
  • Experience with ArcGIS, ERDAS Imagine, STK, SIMDIS, Global Mapper, ENVI, QT Modeler, and/or SocetGXP.
  • Advanced education in Math, Physics.
  • Experience working on-site at a customer location.
  • Experience working in DOD / IC.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a lead or within a team of peers, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Qualifications

  • Educational background in engineering, sciences, Computer Science, Physics, or Applied Mathematics, or equivalent experience.
  • Relevant experience in software development, technology, engineering, or science.

Benefits & Perks

  • Comprehensive package including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k).
  • Salary range of $131,000.00 - $219,000.00 annually for the Washington, DC area.
  • Incentive eligibility based on contribution, company performance, and individual results.

Working at Maxar Technologies

Maxar Technologies 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.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 7, 2025
Salary131k-219k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeOnsite
ExperienceSenior

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About Maxar Technologies

Website

maxar.com

Company Size

1001-5000 employees

Location

Reston, VA

Industry

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services

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