Data Engineer
Herndon, VA

Job Description

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Maxar Technologies is currently seeking a Data Scientist/Engineer to help us with a big data analytic engine that lives in Amazon Web Services (AWS) and includes architectural elements like Spark, Kafka, HBase, and Neo4J. We're building an anticipatory global situational awareness capability for the Air domain using statistical inference of norms associated with air domain objects of interest to identify patterns of interest, probabilistic forecasting based on a robust sample of observed activity, and outlier detection to reveal anomalous or interesting behavior. Past experience with SIGINT data will be beneficial. Experience acting as a user advocate/product owner is desired.

If you work well in a team environment, but can be self-motivated, and is comfortable digging into data, trying innovative approaches, and isn't afraid to fail fast and move on to other techniques/ideas, apply today to learn more about this exciting, new opportunity!

Required Qualifications:

* Must be a US Citizen and be willing and able to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance with CI polygraph
* Requires 5 years of experience in software development and/or data science
* Formal or alternative education (e.g., bootcamp, OJT) in data science, computer science, or a related field
* Experience in at least one of these languages: Python, R, Scala

Desired Skills:

* Current/active TS/SCI
* 7+ years of experience
* Familiarity with the air or maritime domain
* Familiarity with SIGINT and GIS
* Experience working in an Agile environment

MAXAR Technologies offers a generous compensation package including a competitive salary; choice of medical plan; dental, life, and disability insurance; a 401(K) plan with competitive company match; paid holidays and paid time off.