Staff Software Engineer at Maxar Technologies

Westminster, Colorado, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Geospatial, Remote SensingIndustries

Requirements

  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Bachelor’s degree (Desired: Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related technical field; Other: Geography, GIS, Geosciences, Remote Sensing, Cartography, Photogrammetry, or related field)
  • Minimum of 7 years of professional experience
  • 5+ years demonstrated experience with programming, design, and development in Python or C++
  • Development experience with service-oriented software
  • Development experience with current frameworks
  • Experience working as a software developer
  • Knowledge of multi-tier, heterogeneous architectures and how they typically fit together
  • Understanding of what it takes to keep a software system or service healthy
  • Tremendous organization and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Design, development and/or deploy software services supporting the Mapping Engineering domain
  • Incorporate customer feedback into software products
  • Participate in code reviews to ensure quality
  • Participate with team on daily standups
  • Demonstrate working software
  • Monitor AWS costs and system health
  • Participate in design, requirement, and systems documentation
  • Immerse yourself in the tools and systems built by your teams
  • Evolve your language skills by staying current and improve efficiency using AI assisted code development tools
  • Contribute to technologies including satellite image accuracy, image co-alignment, image alignment to reference datums, mosaic construction, change detection, and vector interoperability

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

PythonC++AWSGeospatialPhotogrammetryImage ProcessingRemote SensingAICloud ComputingSatellite Imagery

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What programming languages are used in this role?

The software is primarily written in Python and C++.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What salary or compensation is offered for this Staff Software Engineer role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What professional development opportunities are available at Maxar?

Maxar offers time for dedicated professional development, conference attendance, corporate partner and industry training, peer group collaboration, hackathons, paid certifications, education reimbursement, and student loan forgiveness.

What skills or qualities make a strong candidate for this position?

Maxar seeks an enthusiastic developer with a passion for solving complex problems with customer-driven objectives, willingness to learn technologies related to image processing, remote sensing, geospatial, and AI applications, plus good communication skills.

Maxar Technologies

Earth intelligence and space infrastructure solutions

About Maxar Technologies

Maxar Technologies specializes in Earth intelligence and space infrastructure, providing essential solutions for both government and commercial clients. The company offers services that help clients monitor and understand changes on our planet, including global broadband communications and advanced capabilities for space exploration. Maxar utilizes its extensive experience and commercial technology to deliver solutions that are fast, scalable, and cost-effective. Unlike many competitors, Maxar focuses on delivering precise and reliable data that supports informed decision-making and strategic planning. The company's goal is to generate value through contracts and partnerships, ensuring clients have the information they need to navigate complex global challenges.

Richmond Hill, CanadaHeadquarters
1957Year Founded
$58.1MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Government & Public Sector, AerospaceIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Risks

Data breach could lead to reputational damage and legal liabilities.
Layoffs may impact operational efficiency and employee morale.
GPS-free navigation development may face technical challenges and high costs.

Differentiation

Maxar specializes in complete space solutions and geospatial intelligence.
The company leverages decades of mission expertise for high-value solutions.
Maxar offers GPS-free navigation using 3D maps for drones and airplanes.

Upsides

Partnership with Satellogic enhances defense monitoring capabilities.
Divestment of WeatherDesk allows focus on core space infrastructure.
Global availability on SkyWatch platform boosts satellite imagery accessibility.

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