Software Development Engineer/Features Engineering Lead Basemaps Team

For our client, a leader in the Aerospace & Defense space, we are seeking a Software Development Engineer/Features Engineering Lead for the Basemaps Team. This role will lead technical work focused on cloud-enabled scalability, reliability, and delivery excellence.

About the role

You will work across engineering, product, operations, and business stakeholders to translate complex requirements into practical technology solutions. The position offers the opportunity to influence architecture, execution quality, and the technology capabilities that enable long-term growth within an Aerospace & Defense environment.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the technical roadmap for feature data products
• Establish engineering priorities with product owners and stakeholders
• Provide architectural direction for geospatial data systems
• Engage in hands-on software development and troubleshooting
• Evaluate modern open-source technologies for data processing
• Monitor AWS-based system health and performance
• Collaborate across teams for integrated capabilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Geography, or related field
• 8+ years of professional experience in software development
• Experience as a lead engineer or technical owner on significant projects
• Strong understanding of Docker technologies
• Working knowledge of geospatial data-processing concepts and tools

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge geospatial and AI technologies
• Innovative and collaborative engineering culture
• Exposure to modern software development practices and cloud-native architectures
• Professional growth and learning opportunities in emerging technologies
• Comprehensive benefits package, including a robust 401(k) with company match

Pay

$124,000 – $181,500 annually