Development Engineer

Vantor Mission

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what’s happening now and shape what’s coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters—where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can:
Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world.

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance, applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status.

Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

3D is our core and our solutions all originates from our unique 3D geodata with the world's highest quality based on commercial satellite images. Our 3D visualization, analyses, geo-registering and navigation tools , and data models offer decision-makers all over the world a very accurate 3D basis for use in areas such as navigation security, defense, and infrastructure.

As a Software Developer with us, you will work in agile teams with algorithm development. This new team is being establish at the Vantor office in Herndon, VA and will work closely with the teams in the Swedish organization. The software development is done in a variety of languages, including C, C++, Go, Python, Java script and Rust; mainly in a Linux environment.

Your work also includes conducting a dialogue with stakeholders and transforming their requirements and wishes into a realized product. We are leading the production of the Globe in 3D from satellite images, where we have full access to the best and largest satellite archive available. Examples of applications are: stereo algorithms, mesh and voxel processing, georegistration of images and georegistration of video sequences in real time.

In short almost all image processing / computer vision challenges in 3D+time, to build a living Globe in 3D.

• U.S. Citizen capable and willing to apply and hold a Secret Security Clearance
• BS Degree in a relevant field (e.g., computer science, computer engineering, mathematics, etc.)

• 1-3 Years of industry experience in software development
• The ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively to solve complicated technical problems

• C and C++
• Linux OS
• Familiar with testing in C++
• Data Structures and Algorithms
• Familiarity with low-level programming concepts and best practices to include process concurrency and memory management
• Comfort working with resource-constrained target hardware (compute, memory, storage)

• Experience with image processing algorithms
• Understanding of sensor calibration and models
• Machine Learning
• Containers (Docker / Kubernetes)
• Database management
• Geodata
• Vulkan
• Python
• Go Lang
• Computer Vision and Remote Sensing
• Geographic Information Systems
• Git / Gitlab
• Test Automation
• Embedded systems
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to apply for and hold a US Government Secret National Security Clearance

The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $90,000.00 - $ 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.

Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. You can find more information at

This position is incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and/or individual results achieved; the specific incentive plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions.

To apply, submit your application via Vantor's Career page.

Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.