This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret National Security Clearance.
We're hiring a Sr Staff Software Engineer to join our engineering team in Orlando, FL. This role focuses on developing high-performance C++ software that transforms satellite imagery into 3D Earth intelligence products for mapping and analysis. Projects are varied, including government prototyping activities and internal tool development. The team is collaborative and flexible, with engineers contributing across multiple areas depending on project needs.
Responsibilities: A day in the life/What the position will be doing
Design, develop, and maintain high-performance C++ software for 3D Earth imagery processing.
Implement mesh-to-mesh registration and support map server development.
Develop Python scripts and Linux-based workflows to support software tasks.
Contribute to internal prototyping projects.
Collaborate with distributed teams, including colleagues in Sweden.
Contribute across multiple projects and areas as needed, adapting to team priorities and evolving project requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to apply for and hold a U.S. Government Secret National Security Clearance.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, with 8+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
Proficiency in C++ (at least C++17) and STL.
Solid understanding of operating systems, algorithms, linear algebra, and statistics.
Experience with Linux development environments and version control tools (e.g., Git/GitLab).
Ability to work onsite in Orlando, FL as required.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in 3D graphics programming, visualization, or game development (e.g., Vulkan).
Familiarity with Computer Vision, Remote Sensing, and GIS technologies.
Experience with drone or aerial navigation systems.
Proficiency in Python for software integration, testing, or analysis.
Familiarity with test automation and software porting across Linux platforms.
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:
$112,000.00 - $238,000.00 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
Additionally, this position is incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and/or individual results achieved; the specific incentive plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions.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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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.
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