Software Engineer

Maxar Technologies

Melbourne, FL

Full Time

Senior

89k-189k

28 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Maxar is a leader in the field of signal and image processing, building innovative software using mathematical solutions to support users in the defense and intelligence communities. As an industry-leading earth observation satellite imagery provider, Maxar unlocks the promise of space to help governments and businesses solve problems on Earth and beyond. The company monitors global change, delivers broadband communications, and advances space operations with capabilities in Space Infrastructure and Earth Intelligence. The role involves working on an integrated team to develop software that supports defense and intelligence applications.

Key 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.
Familiarity with Estimation Techniques such as Kalman Filtering.
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.
Design robust software systems for integration of existing signal processing 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.

Requirements

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).
5+ years of experience in related fields.
Programming skills in C++.
Version control experience in Git (GitHub, GitLab, BitBucket).

Nice to Have

Experience with formal software development methodologies (Agile).
Experience writing software implementing algorithms.
Knowledge of Orbital Mechanics.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related fields (or 5 years of professional experience in lieu of degree).

Benefits & Perks

Work-life balance to include flexible working opportunities and generous time off.
Family-first benefits like adoption reimbursement, pet insurance, and mental health resources.
Educational perks such as student loan repayment, paid certifications, and tuition reimbursement.
Career growth opportunities including an internal mobility program and leadership training and development.
Diversified healthcare and investment options including multiple medical plans and 401(k).
Comprehensive package of paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k).

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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