Sr. Backend Software Developer (TS/SCI)

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Maxar is seeking a Senior Back-end Software Developer to support the development and integration of various intelligence capabilities into a test and operational environment.  You will be a member of a project team responsible for designing and deploying numerous components into a larger system infrastructure.  This will involve developing, maintaining, testing, and debugging the back-end components of the KTIS LAIKA Mission Applications software.  As a back-end software developer, you will also be responsible for direct development of the application software logic, database implementations, application integration, API interaction, and other back-end software development elements required.  This position will require collaboration across multiple teams and a focus on optimizing performance and reliability.

Maxar is an industry leader in satellite imagery, unlocking the potential of space to help governments and businesses tackle challenges on Earth and beyond. We monitor global change, deliver broadband communications, and advance space operations with capabilities in Space Infrastructure and Earth Intelligence.  This team builds innovative software using mathematical solutions to support users in the defense and intelligence communities.  Maxar's products and services contribute to missions in support of national security and support efforts for the health and sustainability of our planet. Now is your chance to amplify your impact, working to solve the world’s most pressing challenges.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain back-end systems, with a focus on optimizing performance and ensuring reliability for mission-critical applications.

• Implement and maintain RESTful APIs, primarily using Java and the Spring Boot framework, to support back-end service integration and data processing.

• Enhance back-end infrastructure to detect and prevent configuration issues, optimizing code quality and deployment stability.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues across the back-end stack, including server-side logic, database interactions, and integration with third-party services.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate back-end services with front-end applications and other system components.

• Utilize Jenkins or other tools for automated pipeline integration, deployment, and configuration.

• Support the development and deployment of an automated health monitoring system to detect deployment and resource issues.

• Collaborate with DevOps teams to streamline back-end service deployment and configuration management.

• Develop scripts and automation tools to facilitate the deployment and scaling of back-end services across various environments.

• Lead and execute the migration and updating of JDK versions in codebases (e.g., from Java 8 to Java 17).

Minimum Requirements:

• A current/active TS/SCI clearance and willingness to take and pass a CI polygraph both desired but not required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline; equivalent experience may be substituted for a degree.

• 7+ years of relevant experience in software development.

• Experience developing software using Java, or a similar programming language.

• Experience with software engineering tools (e.g., Git/Subversion, IDE).

• Working knowledge of agile software development practices and tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence, and Git).

• Experience with REST API development/maintenance using Java and Spring Boot framework.

• Experience with Jenkins for pipeline integration and deployment.

• Willingness to learn and explore new tools, languages and technologies as needed.

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

• Position is Hybrid, but the candidate must be willing to work in the Herndon, VA office up to 5 days a week as needed.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with SQL/database/ORM/MongoDB.

• Strong troubleshooting skills with a focus on optimizing deployment processes.

• REST API development/maintenance for geospatial and remote sensing applications.

• Experience with 3rd party software like Keycloak, Cesium, OpenSearch, Kafka, NiFi, OpenSearch, Terraform

• Experience with DevOps tools like Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, and scripting.

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$107,000.00 - $229,000.00 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.maxar.com/careers/benefits

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 Maxar’s Career page at the top of each job posting.

To apply, submit your application via Maxar’s Career page.

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.