Staff Software Development Engineer

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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Please review the job details below.

We are hiring immediately for a backend Python Developer. The software engineering group for this position

is responsible for

the Mission Control System (MCS) domain of the Vantor Ground System for our constellation of earth observation satellites

The role reports to an Agile Manager and works with System Engineers, Operations Engineers, Spacecraft Engineers, Space Vehicle Operators, Scrum Masters,

and Product Owners.

As a member of an agile scrum team, the Staff Software Development Engineer will work on a cross-functional team on the next gen, cloud-based, satellite ground system software. The team member will provide on-schedule, high quality, operational and test code adhering to designs, acceptance

criteria

and corporate standards, with

appropriate demonstrations

and documentation.

Responsibilities

Software design and development of operational code of new features and defect repairs

Develop automated unit, functional, and integration tests

Demonstration and documentation of functionality and test results

Troubleshoot operational issues

Support deadlines and communicate issues / results

Participate in Communities of Practice for adherence and improvement of best practices

Basic Qualifications :

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Minimum

years software development of complex software systems

Expertise

with Python for webservices (

django

) and scripting

Expertise

in Linux (

Ubuntu, RHEL, CENTOS / AL3

Expertise

with API concepts like REST / JSON / YAML

Experience with test automation languages / frameworks : Cucumber, Gherkin, Behave

Computer Science or Engineering degree or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience with build and deploy technologies like

K8S, docker,

jenkins

, hel

, terraform

Experience with RabbitMQ / PostgreSQL / Redis / Elasticsearch

Expertise

with Ruby and GO programing languages

Experience in hybrid cloud networks

Experience with CI / CD

Experience with Aerospace and / or Satellite Ground Systems

Experience working in an Agile Scrum environment

Experience with operational support of a complex microservice based system

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Pay Transparency : 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 within Colorado is : $102,000.00 - $170,000.00 annually.

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.

The date of posting can be found on Vantor's Career page at the top of each job posting.

To apply, submit your application via Vantor's Career page.

EEO Policy :

Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.