Location: Herndon,VA, USA
Maxar is seeking Backend Engineers of varying levels of experience to support the development, integration, and deployment of advanced intelligence capabilities into test and operational environments. You will be a member of a project team responsible for configuring and maintaining backend systems, integrating various tools, and updating core codebases. This role requires strong expertise in Java, geoserver technologies, and experience with pipeline integration and deployment.
Maxar is a leader in the field of signal and image processing, working to build innovative software solutions that support users in the defense and intelligence communities. Our products and services contribute to missions in national security, environmental sustainability, and advanced space operations. Now is your chance to make an impact by solving some of the world's most pressing challenges.
As a world leader in earth observation satellite imagery and a provider of mission-critical solutions, Maxar unlocks the potential of space to solve problems on Earth and beyond.
Principal Responsibilities:
Lead and execute the migration and updating of codebases from Java 8 to Java 17, including extracting hardcoded properties for better flexibility.
Integrate and deploy backend pipelines, including Jenkins, across multiple environments.
Work with geoserver to handle geospatial data and ensure proper backend functionality.
Collaborate with teams to optimize performance, maintain databases, and streamline backend infrastructure across different network environments.
Ensure smooth integration and communication between backend systems and other components within the operational infrastructure.
Minimum Requirements:
Must have a current/active TS/SCI clearance and be willing to work in a classified environment.
Willingness to take a hands-on role in backend system integration, deployment, and maintenance.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline (4 years of additional experience may be substituted for a degree).
5+ years of experience in backend engineering, with strong expertise in Java (particularly experience migrating from Java 8 to Java 17).
Hands-on experience with pipeline integration and deployment using Jenkins.
Experience with geoserver and geospatial data integration.
Familiarity with databases like PostgreSQL and MongoDB.
Desired Skills:
Experience with NiFi configuration, workflow development, and deployment.
Experience with cloud infrastructures and integrating backend systems in hybrid cloud environments.
Proficiency in Python for scripting, data processing, and automation tasks.
Understanding of machine learning pipelines and their integration into backend systems.
Experience with Docker for containerization and deployment in multi-environment systems.
Ability to guide teams in adopting and optimizing backend technologies for large-scale operations.
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● The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $108,000.00 - $180,000.00 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.
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