Software Engineer

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Maxar is seeking multiple Software Engineers of varying experience and seniority.

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On-Site work required

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Location: Ypsilanti MI

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REQUIRED: Must be U.S. Citizen, eligible for Top Secret security clearance

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MAXAR is a leader in the field of signal and image processing. This team is building innovative software using mathematical solutions to support users in the defense and intelligence communities.

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Benefits:

• Work-life balance to include flexible working opportunities and generous time off.
• Family-first benefits like adoption reimbursement, pet insurance and mental health resources.
• Educational perks such as student loan repayment, paid certifications and tuition reimbursement.
• Career growth opportunities including an internal mobility program and leadership training and development.
• Diversified healthcare and investment options including multiple medical plans, a stock purchase program and 401(k).

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Maxar's products and services contribute to missions in support of national security, provide expertise used in the latest app technology, 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.

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Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technology fields
  (5 years of professional experience in lieu of degree)
• Some professional experience in related fields
• Programming skills in C++ and/or JAVA
• Experience with Python
• Version control experience in Git (GitHub, GitLab, BitBucket)

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As an industry-leading earth observation satellite imagery provider, Maxar unlocks the promise of space to help governments and businesses solve problems on Earth and beyond. We monitor global change, deliver broadband communications and advance space operations with capabilities in Space Infrastructure and Earth Intelligence.

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You will work on an integrated team to build innovative software using mathematical solutions to support users in the defense and intelligence communities.

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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.
• Collaborating with our radar and research scientist experts to solve issues and iterate to improve image product quality.
• Build and improve on automated test and verification software and tools.
• Design robust software systems for integration of existing signal processing 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

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Desired Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret security clearance
• Other language skills: Java, scripting or similar
• Experience with formal software development methodologies (Agile)
• Experience with build tools
• Experience writing software implementing algorithms

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Our salary ranges are market-driven and set to allow for flexibility. Individual pay will be competitive based on a candidate’s unique set of knowledge, skills, and geographic diversity, with earnings potential commensurate with experience. The range for this position is:

$56,000.00 - $94,000.00 annually.

Maxar employees must follow all applicable Maxar policies and COVID-19 requirements as well as those of Maxar customers and third parties. Individual job requirements may vary, and Maxar reserves the right to modify its policies and requirements as it deems appropriate in accordance with applicable law.

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.