Full Stack Software Developer/Engineer

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Maxar has an immediate opening for a Full Stack Software Developer/Engineer to join our team supporting a mission to solve unique and challenging problems for national security. We are seeking an engineer who embraces technology and thrives on the art of the possible. The ideal candidate will be part of a small multi-disciplinary software team and will have the unique opportunity to interact directly with users and other technologists to ensure solutions, development and tools meet the needs of the customer.

Note: US citizenship is mandatory for this position and required for consideration. An active TS/SCI and CI Poly or a willingness to process for them are highly preferred.

Location: Northern Virginia, Maryland

Principal Responsibilities

• Develop enabling software solutions using a variety of languages that address real world user requirements; writes and debugs custom code and creates user documentation.
• Develop, test, and maintain robust, scalable, high-quality software for our technology stack.
• Collaborate with the program manager, engineers, and other stakeholders to define software requirements and specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and demo new features.
• Design and implement efficient, flexible solutions that can scale for mission critical applications.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Communicate with multidisciplinary teams and articulate technical concepts and ideas effectively.
• Work closely with the DevSecOps team to deploy new features and maintain system stability.
• Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs.
• Write robust test suites to ensure high-quality code.
• Participate in code reviews and work with senior team members.
  
  

Skills Required

• 4+ years of technical experience in
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field, or equivalent training, fellowship, or work experience.
• Developing custom software solutions
• Performing data extraction, manipulation, and visualization with proficiency in Javascript, Java, and/or Python
• Demonstrated proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and experience with front-end frameworks such as React or Angular.
• Capable of working effectively with a geographically distributed ops & development team
• Ability to implement automated testing platforms and unit tests.
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git.
• Communicates effectively with customers and team in written and oral forums
• Willingness to work onsite 50% or as needs dictate
• Degree or equivalent demonstrated experience in a technical field such as Computer Science, Engineering, Math, GIS.
• US citizenship
  

Additional Skills Desired

Some familiarity in these areas would be beneficial.

• Strong Linux skills and familiarity with cloud architectures, AWS, C2S, Openstack, etc
• Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes
• An adaptable and solution centric mindset that embraces technology enablers
• Familiarity with common industry software tools, concepts, and DevSecOps
• Experience working with open-source resources in a government computing environment
  
  

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Our salary ranges are market-driven and set to allow for flexibility. Individual pay will be competitive based on a candidate’s unique set of knowledge, skills, and geographic diversity, with earnings potential commensurate with experience. The range for this position is:

$88,000.00 - $146,000.00 annually.

Maxar employees must follow all applicable Maxar policies and COVID-19 requirements as well as those of Maxar customers and third parties. Individual job requirements may vary, and Maxar reserves the right to modify its policies and requirements as it deems appropriate in accordance with applicable law.

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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