Senior Programmer Analyst

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Programmer Analyst to join a team of twenty software/system/network specialists supporting the operations and maintenance of the ground systems for NOAA’s environmental-monitoring satellite missions. Data from our missions is used in weather forecasting, climate research, forest fire detection, search and rescue, and much more. This role is part software engineer, part programmer analyst with a focus on the continuous operation of mission software through bug fixes, feature enhancements, and integrating IT cybersecurity vulnerability remediation.

The primary functions of the software under your purview are preparing and sending commands to the satellite; receiving, displaying, processing, and moving satellite data; and scheduling and transitioning primary control of these functions among the redundant servers at multiple sites. You will need to understand the system architecture, learn the use case of all servers and workstations in the inventory, and the user functionality of all software, both custom-developed and COTS.

This position supports work at NOAA's Suitland, MD facility with limited telework permitted.

Responsibilities

• Lead troubleshooting of operational issues by coordinating tests with system and network administrators.
• Design and implement code modifications to address bugs or operator errors in custom software packages.
• Assess potential impacts of cybersecurity vulnerabilities and coordinate the implementation, regression testing, and integration of remediation.
• Address user difficulties or inefficiencies in software functionality through training or software/process changes.
• System architecture and software design.
• Troubleshooting and debugging real-time anomalies.
• Integrating system cybersecurity vulnerability remediation.
• Coding feature enhancements to improve efficiency or automation.
• Deploying software in coordination with satellite operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, related field, or equivalent.
• 6+ years of relevant experience leading to the ability to successfully complete bug fixes, feature enhancements, and integrating IT cybersecurity vulnerability remediation.
• Strong communication skills with professional, well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in system development and maintenance, including proficiency with the full software development life cycle.
• Experience with extensive coding in languages such as Python, Java, C, and C++.
• Experience with using Git repository management for continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Experience in working with Linux and Windows environments (experience with RedHat desired).
• Experience with implementing OS level operations via scripting and automation (experience with secure file transfers desired).
• Experience working within Agile Methodology.
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident and able to pass a background investigation to obtain a security badge.

Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• 11 Paid Federal Government Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Professional Membership Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Competitive compensation plan
• Discretionary variable incentive bonuses based on individual, business unit, and company performance

Pay

The salary range for this role is $100,000 - $125,000/year.

About Us

Formed through the strategic union of Sev1Tech and ERT, Entarian is a premier provider of mission-critical engineering and technology solutions. Founded on a legacy of excellence dating back to 1993, Entarian is a product of an evolved and fully diversified engineering and federal technology leader. From deep space to defense and civilian missions, Entarian delivers secure, mission-aligned digital solutions that drive national resilience and operational effectiveness.