Software Engineer – Python Developer

Job Description:

The software development team at Advanced GEOINT Systems (AGS) – Systems Integration Group (SIG) develops, implements, and integrates state-of-the art sensor-data processing and analytics technologies, providing compact and scalable solutions to challenging problems in areas of video analytics, sensor data processing, computer vision, and machine learning.

As a member of the software development team, the Python Developer will work with members of our software team, product managers, and customers to design and develop existing and new software packages for the exploitation of multi-source intelligence data. The ideal candidate will interface with management as well as end users; enjoys learning in a challenging environment; can work on multiple teams and projects; and can apply their technical skill in solving real-world problems.

Possible near-term tasks for this position include:

• Contributing to the MOVINT Database product, including data ingest, schema design, and web service development.
• Refactoring and improving existing Python-based RESTful web services.
• Developing and enhancing multi-source intelligence applications to incorporate advanced analytics and capabilities.

Required Skills and Education:

We are seeking candidates that are motivated to develop skills in new technical areas, solve challenging and unique problems, and enjoy working on a diverse range of assignments. Developers that know how to profile, optimize, and test their own code will fit best within our skilled and dynamic team. Other job requirements include:

• Expert-level programming skills in Python
• Thorough understanding of object-oriented programming concepts
• Experience in distributed, web-based software architectures; understanding of RESTful web services architecture and implementation
• Experience with PostgreSQL (or other relational databases) and schema design
• Experience debugging, profiling, and optimizing code
• Experience with software development processes, including version control, documentation, code review, and testing
• US Citizenship and ability to obtain DoD clearance

Preferred Skills and Education:

While not critical to the open position, experience with following skills are useful in our organization and will be helpful as you expand your roles and responsibilities within BAE Systems:

• Experience in one or more of the following programming languages: C/C++, Java, JavaScript
• Experience with OGC web standards such as WFS, WFS-T, WPS, WMS
• Experience with geospatial data analysis
• Experience with cloud-computing technologies and platforms, such as AWS

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BAE Systems is a premier global defense and security company with approximately 90,000 employees delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support and services.

The Electronic Systems (ES) sector spans the commercial and defense electronics markets with a broad portfolio of mission-critical electronic systems, including flight and engine controls; electronic warfare and night vision systems; surveillance and reconnaissance sensors; secure networked communications equipment; geospatial imagery intelligence products and systems; mission management; and power-and energy-management systems. Headquartered in Nashua, New Hampshire, ES employs approximately 13,000 people globally, with engineering and manufacturing functions primarily in the United States, United Kingdom, and Israel. Equal Opportunity Employer/Females/Minorities/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Gender Expression