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Commonwealth Computer Research, Inc. Software Engineer, Platform in Charlottesville, Virginia
GA-CCRi maintains and deploys production systems for users across the Intelligence Community, Department of Defense, and commercial industry. We build and develop best-in-class all domain and globally focused situational awareness capabilities, including THRESHER and DRAGONSPELL, that process petabytes of data from numerous streaming data sources in near real time. Our systems apply state-of-the-art algorithms and machine learning techniques to extract features and fuse data from multiple phenomenologies to form a rich live view of objects in the sky, on the sea, and on the ground. These analytics are designed to determine not just where something is, but what it is, where it's been and what it's doing. All of this "data to knowledge" is made available to end users in our own browser-based application for visualization, analysis, and understanding. We always want to do more, and that's where you come in!
GA-CCRi is looking for a Mid-level Software Engineer to join our Platform team which builds, deploys, monitors, and maintains our streaming geospatial data platform. Our system handles billions of records a day and houses petabytes of historical information, enabling rich and impactful analytics, and giving users the ability to keep track of the most relevant information right now, or dive into detailed history. The Platform team’s goal is to support and evolve the architecture for this system while providing development teams the framework to develop and test quality software within it.
Due to the nature of our work being highly collaborative and fast-paced, this role will be primarily on-site at our office in Charlottesville, VA or in Chantilly, VA. Our hybrid policy, available for this role, includes up to one day a week WFH and a minimum of 32 hours on-site, with core hours set by individual teams. We’d really love to have dedicated, team-oriented engineers who are willing to learn and join the team!
This role will involve:
Building reliable infrastructure solutions
Monitoring critical systems
Configuring new data feeds in our production systems
Improving CI/CD pipelines and processes
Improving security of production systems
Positions available in: Charlottesville, VA; Chantilly, VA
Duties and Responsibilities
Determine user requirements and specifications and plan for software development within the broader organizational scope.
Software development includes end-user, system level, and data management applications
Formulate detailed plans for the implementation of software solutions. In addition to program design this includes determining language, platform, and resource requirements.
Implementation of design including coding, testing, and documentation.
Deployment of applications across the enterprise including cross- platform compliance and ensuring availability of necessary resources.
Assist in planning and coordinating the maintenance of enterprise solutions including debugging and updating to keep pace with the evolving environment.
Plan for future applications based on new developments in computer technology.
Provide direction to less experienced developers.
Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
As a mid-level engineer, you will be expected to balance technical responsibilities (design and development) with team responsibilities (technical planning, ticket creation, delegation, and mentorship). You’ll likely conduct demos and presentations, and will be expected to contribute to the software engineering culture and ecosystem at GA-CCRi, across projects, through opportunities like design reviews and shared learning opportunities.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Requirements
Typically requires a bachelors or masters degree in computer science, information systems or related discipline and four or more years progressive software development experience with a bachelor's degree.
May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
Must have a thorough understanding of software development concepts, principles, and theory and demonstrate a thorough understanding and application of programming and analysis concepts.
Must possess the ability to develop and communicate new concepts and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.
Ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases and determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems.
Must have strong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one or more software development area; capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact and lead a team of moderately experienced professional employees on single component projects.
Able to work extended hours as required.
Desired Skills and Experience
An ideal candidate will have:
CompTIA Security+ certification or willingness to get certified
An interest in geo-spatial data and analytics
Experience with AWS infrastructure and tooling
Knowledge of database technologies (e.g. PostgreSQL or other relational database experience)
Experience with cloud technologies such as: Hadoop, Spark, HBase, Accumulo, Storm
Experience with deployment technologies such as: Docker, Kubernetes, Knative, Helm, Rancher
Familiarity with DevOps concepts
Preference given to candidates with a Top Secret Security Clearance
We're looking for someone in this role who is:
Curious and excited to learn new technologies
Able to coordinate with a small team of engineers
Interested in mentoring and leading other engineers
Excited about designing and building reliable platform services
A collaborative problem solver
Excited about understanding our customer’s needs and mission
Comfortable working with Linux systems on a daily basis
Comfortable with version control and git
Travel Percentage Required
None
Relocation Assistance Provided
Yes
US Citizenship Required?
Yes
Clearance Required?
Willingness to obtain and maintain Top Secret security clearance required.
Salary Range
$120,000-$140,000*
Benefits
Casual Work Environment
Intellectually Challenging Work
Health Insurance including FSA, HSA and Tricare Supplement options
Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
Generous Defined Retirement Benefit, including both a 401K match and pension plan.
Very Flexible Vacation Policy
The job description above is not intended to be comprehensive list. Responsibilities, activities, duties, and/or tasks may change or be assigned at any time.
CCRi is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce because we know that our differences benefit our employees, our customers, and our community. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a an individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.
*rate premium may be applied to positions in CA, VA, or CO