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 with CI polygraph.
Vantor is seeking a Software Engineer to support the development and integration of software algorithms into operational systems. This position requires both software development and mathematics proficiency.
This position supports PUMA the U.S. Intelligence Community’s Program of Record missile warning system which operates 24/7 in redundant operational environments. PUMA integrates data from Department of Defense and Intelligence OPIR (Overhead Persistent Infrared) sensors to generate 3D fused missile tracks used for tactical and strategic missile warning.
Responsibilities:
Take algorithm definitions and prototypes and convert them into robust software applications that run efficiently on large images and are ready for operational environments.
Apply software standards and processes to produce high quality extensible and maintainable software packages.
Build and improve on automated test and verification software and tools.
Debug refactor and reimplement existing software codebases into new systems and on new platforms.
Participate in all aspects of the development lifecycle including planning requirements development software design implementation and build documentation testing deployment and maintenance.
Minimum Qualifications:
Active Top Secret security clearance eligible for SCI.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technology fields (5 years of professional experience in lieu of degree).
Experience in scientific programming or algorithm implementation
5+ years of experience in related fields.
Programming skills in C++.
Version control experience in Git (GitHub GitLab BitBucket).
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with Estimation Techniques such as Kalman Filtering
Familiarity with Orbital Mechanics
Experience with formal software development methodologies (Agile).
Experience with Docker/Kubernetes or other container platforms
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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 eligible for SCI
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technology fields (5 years of professional experience in lieu of degree)
- 5+ years of experience in related fields
- Experience in scientific programming or algorithm implementation
- Programming skills in C++
- Version control experience in Git (GitHub GitLab 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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