Staff Software Infrastructure Developer, Computer Vision and Remote Sensing
The Computer Vision and Remote Sensing Group at Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is looking for Software Infrastructure Developers to join our team operating at the forefront of Computer Vision technology applied to satellite and drone imagery. We collaborate with world-renowned universities in computer vision, photogrammetry, and remote sensing to find innovative solutions to difficult real-world problems in United States Intelligence and Defense communities. Candidates with an entrepreneurial spirit who seek a career within a stable industry work environment are highly encouraged to apply.
Software Infrastructure Developer, Computer Vision and Remote Sensing Position highlights:
- Support development of cloud-computing software frameworks for distributed, parallelized big data analytics
- Develop both Windows and Linux-based applications
- Automate provisioning of virtual machines for cloud and local (on-premises) data centers
- Create or update Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment / DevSecOps pipelines
- Address security findings found in SAST/DAST/Image Scans
- Integrate user authentication and other access controls
- Cross-train with a highly-collaborative, multi-disciplinary team of engineers, scientists, and developers passionate about technology
- Opportunity for professional growth and strong mentorship
Software Infrastructure Developer, Computer Vision and Remote Sensing Required qualifications:
- U.S. Citizen with eligibility to apply for and hold a U.S. security clearance (selected applicants will undergo a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements at the time of employment)
- BS/MS in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or similar technical field
- Demonstrated experience with containerization and infrastructure as code technologies like Docker, Kubernetes, and Red Hat OpenShift (2-4 years with BS or 0-2 years with MS). Please see our similar career postings in the Computer Vision and Remote Sensing group for other experience levels (posting-T08).
- Expertise in Python and Linux shell programming
- Experience in the Amazon AWS or Microsoft Azure cloud environments
- Experience with CI/CD systems (Jenkins, GitLab, Atlassian suite, or equivalent)
- Linux experience (RHEL, CentOS)
- Team player with strong presentation and written/oral communication skills
Software Infrastructure Developer, Computer Vision and Remote Sensing Additional Desirable Qualifications:
- Programming experience in C++, or C
- Familiarity with information assurance/information security activities (e.g. server hardening and security control implementation)
- Familiarity with Risk Management Framework (RMF)
- Familiarity with SonarQube, Fortify and TwistLock
- AWS, Microsoft, or CompTIA Cloud Certification
- Experience developing and deploying software to DoD IA requirements
- Experience working on intelligence and DoD programs
- Prior/existing security clearance
About Us:
Applied Research Associates, Inc. (aka ARA) is an employee-owned international research and engineering company known for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. We were founded in Albuquerque, NM in 1979 as the disco era was, thankfully, closing out and the personal computer era was beginning. We employ over 1,500 professionals and continue to grow. ARA offices throughout the U.S. and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense, civil, and health technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement.
ARA also prides ourselves on having a challenging culture where innovation & experimentation are the norm. At ARA, employees are our greatest assets, so we give our employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take active roles as owners. The motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience. The company realizes employee ownership spawns greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels. We are also very proud of our Women’s Initiative Network (WIN) whose purpose is to motivate, support, and encourage professional career development for women to maximize career and professional accomplishments.
To find out more about Southeast Division visit our website at: https://www.ara.com/raleigh/