Senior Systems Engineer

VTG LLC
McLean, United States of America
27 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

McLean, United States of America

Tech stack

JavaScript
Microsoft Windows
Geographic Information Systems
Agile Methodologies
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Android
Android Studio
iOS
XCode
Software Applications
Systems Engineering
Mobile Application Development
Linux
Programming Tools
Geospatial Intelligence
Github
Design of User Interfaces
Mobile Application Software
Microsoft Visual Studio
Node.js
Scrum
Software Construction
Software Engineering
Test Execution Engine
Web Applications
React
Gitlab
React Native
Software Version Control

Job description

The ideal candidate will serve as a technical subject matter expert (SME) in mobile technologies and geospatial systems, working closely with program leadership, customers, and cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deliver scalable technical solutions., + Develop and maintain mobile applications for Android and iOS platforms, with a strong emphasis on Android development.

  • Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in mobile technologies and geospatial systems (GIS).
  • Translate customer operational needs into technical requirements, concepts of operation (CONOPS), and UI/UX designs.
  • Support the Program Manager with operational, technical, and strategic initiatives.
  • Collaborate with mission partners and enterprise teams to integrate geospatial data into enterprise web applications.
  • Participate in technical discussions with vendors, providing guidance on mobile hardware, operating systems, software, and security mechanisms.
  • Manage and track software development lifecycle activities, including risks, issues, dependencies, and progress.
  • Develop and maintain applications across multiple platforms, including Windows and Linux using Electron.
  • Support system administration, database administration, file management, and access control within AWS environments (EC2, S3).
  • Lead or contribute to Agile development processes, including sprint planning, execution, and tracking.
  • Develop and execute test plans and provide technical support and training to users.
  • Maintain source code repositories and documentation in accordance with best practices.

Requirements

We are seeking an experienced Mobile Application Developer / Systems Engineer who can quickly contribute with minimal ramp-up time. This role supports mission-critical operations by combining mobile application development, geospatial expertise, and systems engineering., * Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.

  • Bachelor's degree in Geospatial Intelligence, Geography, Remote Sensing, Intelligence Studies, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • Strong experience with Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) applications and services.

  • Proven experience developing mobile applications for: o Android (required) o iOS (preferred)

  • Experience building mobile apps using React (React Native) and JavaScript.

  • Proficiency with development tools: o Visual Studio Code o Android Studio o Xcode o Node.js

  • Experience developing cross-platform desktop applications using the Electron framework (Windows/Linux).

  • Experience working in small, collaborative development teams.

  • Experience gathering and defining: o Functional requirements o CONOPS o UI/UX designs

  • Experience managing iterative software development and release cycles (Agile).

  • Hands-on experience with JIRA for sprint tracking and workflow management.

  • Experience using GitHub and/or GitLab for source code management.

  • Experience developing and executing test plans.

  • Experience providing technical support and end-user training.

  • Strong understanding of emerging technologies and software engineering best practices.

  • Experience supporting technical operations in a mission-driven environment.

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