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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.

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This position requires an active U.S. Government Security Clearance at the TS/SCI with CI poly level.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Full Stack Engineer to develop and enhance advanced geospatial and Motion GEOINT applications. This role involves building scalable, high-performance solutions across the full technology stack, including interactive visualization and 3D capabilities. You will work within an Agile team to deliver mission-critical features, improve system architecture, and optimize performance across distributed systems. The position requires strong object-oriented design skills, a performance-focused mindset, and the ability to quickly contribute to complex environments. The ideal candidate is a self-driven engineer who collaborates effectively and thrives in fast-paced, technically challenging settings.

• Design, develop, and maintain full stack applications supporting geospatial and Motion GEOINT systems.
• Build scalable, high-performance software across front-end, back-end, and data layers.
• Develop interactive visualization and 3D rendering capabilities for GIS and simulation-based applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver mission-critical features and enhancements.
• Contribute to system architecture, object-oriented design, and microservices-based solutions.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability across distributed systems.
• Implement and support CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and configuration management.
• Participate in Agile development processes, including sprint planning, standups, and code reviews.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across multiple environments and technology stacks.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active TS/SCI with CI poly (or willingness to obtain a CI poly).
• 10+ years of full stack software development experience.
• Experience with geospatial applications, including Motion GEOINT data, concepts, and systems.
• Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages such as C, C++, Java, Python, or JavaScript.
• Experience with modern development practices, including version control, automated testing, and CI/CD.
• Solid understanding of object-oriented design principles and distributed systems.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and communicate technical concepts clearly.

• Expertise in modern frameworks and technologies such as React, Angular, Node.js, Django, or Spring.
• Experience with 3D graphics, visualization, or game engine technologies (e.g., OpenGL, WebGL, Unity, CesiumJS).
• Strong background in geospatial tools and platforms (e.g., PostGIS, GeoServer, ArcGIS, QGIS, Leaflet, Mapbox).
• Experience with big data and distributed processing frameworks (e.g., Hadoop, Spark, GeoWave).
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Jenkins, Chef, Vagrant, automated configuration management).
• Experience with cloud and virtualization technologies (e.g., AWS, VMware, VirtualBox).
• Proficiency with databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, Cassandra, or SQLite.
• Experience with multithreading, multiprocessing, and high-performance computing.
• Knowledge of mobile development platforms (Android, iOS, Windows).
• Strong UI/UX development experience with a focus on usability and performance.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new technologies and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently.

To support pay transparency, Vantor includes salary ranges in all U.S. job postings. Starting pay for this role will fall within the listed range and will be based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, and market conditions. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role should not expect to receive compensation at the top of the range. The listed range reflects the expected pay for this position, and final offers will be determined based on each candidate’s experience, expertise, and alignment with the role.

• The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $165,000.00 - $220,000.00 - $242,000.00 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.

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.

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.