Job Description
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.
To be eligible for this position you must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status.Export Control/ITAR: Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
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This position requires an active U.S. Government Security Clearance at the TS/SCI level and eligible for a CI Polygraph.
Vantor is seeking a Software Engineer to support the development integration and operational deployment of software algorithms for mission-critical systems. This role requires strong software engineering skills comfort with mathematical and scientific computing concepts and the ability to turn prototype algorithms into reliable operational software.
This position supports PUMA the U.S. Intelligence Community’s Program of Record missile warning system. PUMA operates 24/7 in redundant operational environments and integrates data from Department of Defense and Intelligence Community OPIR or Overhead Persistent Infrared sensors to generate 3D fused missile tracks used for tactical and strategic missile warning.
Responsibilities:
Convert algorithm definitions and prototypes into robust software applications that run efficiently on large image and sensor data sets.
Develop operational-quality software that is reliable extensible maintainable and performant.
Apply software engineering standards and development processes to produce high-quality software packages.
Build maintain and improve automated test verification and validation tools.
Debug refactor and modernize existing software codebases for new systems and platforms.
Participate in the full software development lifecycle including planning requirements analysis design implementation build documentation testing deployment and maintenance.
Collaborate with algorithm developers systems engineers testers and operational stakeholders to deliver mission-ready capabilities.
Minimum Qualifications:
Active Top Secret security clearance with eligibility for SCI.
Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI access with CI polygraph if not already held.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science Software Engineering Mathematics Physics Engineering or a related technical field. Five years of relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
5+ years of experience in software engineering scientific programming algorithm implementation or related technical fields.
Strong software development experience in C++ with an emphasis on building reliable maintainable production software.
Experience developing integrating or supporting microservices in operational or production environments.
Experience using Git-based version control systems such as GitHub GitLab or Bitbucket.
Strong debugging problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to work in a mission-focused environment with high reliability and operational expectations.
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with estimation techniques such as Kalman filtering.
Familiarity with orbital mechanics missile warning tracking sensor fusion or related mission domains.
Experience with scientific computing image processing signal processing or large-scale data processing.
Experience with Agile or other formal software development methodologies.
Experience with Docker Kubernetes or other container platforms.
Experience developing software for Linux environments.
Experience with automated testing CI/CD pipelines or verification and validation frameworks.
Familiarity with operational systems high-availability environments or mission-critical software delivery.
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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 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:$92000.00 - $195000.00 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
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.
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.
Skills Required
- Active Top Secret security clearance with eligibility for SCI
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science Software Engineering Mathematics Physics Engineering or a related technical field
- 5+ years of experience in software engineering scientific programming algorithm implementation or related technical fields
- Strong software development experience in C++
- Experience developing integrating or supporting microservices in operational or production environments
- Experience using Git-based version control systems such as GitHub GitLab or Bitbucket
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Vantor Compensation & Benefits Highlights
- Healthcare Strength—Offerings include comprehensive medical plans mental-health resources wellness discounts and access to a Personal Health Advocate. Descriptions emphasize broad healthcare support rather than minimal coverage.
- Leave & Time Off Breadth—Time-off policies are described as generous with flexible or FTO-style language and strong PTO references. Guidance to verify whether PTO is FTO vs. accrual underscores that substantial time-off exists even as structures may differ.
- Parental & Family Support—Family-focused benefits include paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement with additional family-building support referenced in some listings. These offerings position caregiving needs as a supported part of employment.
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What We Do
Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence to unlock a more autonomous interoperable world. We empower decision makers and operators with the clarity they need to navigate what’s happening now and shape what’s coming next. Our AI-powered spatial intelligence platform fuses data from the world’s highest-resolution satellites with real-time sensor feeds from space air and ground to create the most accurate living digital replica of Earth.
Why Work With Us
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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