GIS Software Engineer, Lead

Engineering & Science

Clearance Requirement: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance

Travel Requirements: Limited, but must be able and willing to support division travel to trade shows and customer sites

Location: Norfolk, VA

SUMMARY: WR has an opportunity for a GIS Software Engineer, Lead to support the design and development of geospatial/geographic information systems (GIS) using advanced programming languages and engineering practices.

Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Independently formulate and design software systems using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcomes
• Develop and direct software system testing procedures, programming, and documentation
• Consult with clients to gather information about program needs, objectives, features, and input/output requirements
• Provide customer support and consultation regarding software system maintenance
• Analyze, define, and document requirements for data, workflows, logical processes, hardware and OS environments, interfaces, and internal/external controls
• Analyze and estimate feasibility, cost, time, and compatibility with hardware and other programs
• Use experience and judgment to develop and maintain plans outlining steps and timelines for software development
• Research and evaluate software and hardware options for system development or utilization
• Train end users or technical support staff on system usage
• Coordinate the installation and integration of software systems
• Evaluate performance of junior staff and/or subordinates as needed
• Assist with the selection, training, and development of staff
• Lead and direct limited tasks assigned to junior personnel

Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related scientific discipline
• Six (6)+ years of engineering experience
• Proficiency in C++/C#, Python, and MATLAB programming
• Familiarity with technologies such as ASP.NET, Blazor, .NET Core, and Mono
• Strong understanding of advanced programming concepts, including:
  
  
  
  • Object-oriented programming
  • Design patterns
  • Multi-threading
  • Inter-process communication
  • Buffering and data persistence
  • Modeling and simulation
  
  
  
  
• Solid understanding of data filtering, real-time filtering, future-state prediction, and interpolation/smoothing methods
• Ability to conduct performance tuning and debugging

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with geospatial charts, Electronic Nautical Charts (ENCs), and Electronic Chart Display & Information Systems (ECDIS)
• Operating Systems: Linux, Windows
• Proficiency in high-level programming languages: C, C++, C#, ASP.NET, Blazor, .NET Core, Mono
• Familiarity with data protocols: HDF5, GML
• Communications protocols: UDP, TCP, RS232
• GUI development experience using: HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript

The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate's suitability for the position.

Benefits Offered: WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement.

WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans' status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/ for more information.