Maxar Technologies

Senior Algorithm Engineer

Maxar Technologies$124K — $181K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field (Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, etc.)
  • 5+ years of relevant industry or research experience
  • Strong mathematical background
  • Professional experience in computer vision or machine learning
  • Proficient in programming languages C++ and/or Python
  • Experience in algorithm design and validation
  • Familiar with AI-assisted development tools
  • Excellent communication and analytical skills

Responsibilities

  • Design and optimize computer vision algorithms
  • Apply advanced mathematical techniques to engineering problems
  • Develop software solutions in C++ and/or Python
  • Prototype innovative solutions using machine learning
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on scalable solutions
  • Analyze datasets to enhance system performance
  • Participate in technical design and review discussions

Benefits

  • Competitive 401(k) plan with company match
  • Mental health support resources
  • Student loan repayment assistance
  • Adoption reimbursement
  • Pet insurance
  • Quality of life perks and incentives based on performance
Full Job Description
Vantor is seeking a highly skilled Algorithm Engineer to join our team and help develop next-generation solutions in computer vision, geospatial analytics, and photogrammetry. This role requires a strong mathematical foundation, extensive experience developing computer vision algorithms, and proficiency in modern software engineering practices.
The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise with practical software development skills to solve complex real-world problems involving imagery, spatial data, and AI-driven workflows.
Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and optimize computer vision and image processing algorithms.
  • Apply advanced mathematical and statistical techniques to solve complex engineering problems.
  • Develop production-quality software using C++ and/or Python.
  • Research, prototype, and deploy innovative solutions leveraging machine learning and computer vision technologies.
  • Collaborate with software engineers, geospatial specialists, and product teams to develop scalable solutions.
  • Analyze large datasets and imagery to improve system accuracy and performance.
  • Participate in system design, code reviews, and technical architecture discussions.
  • Contribute to the development of advanced AI-enabled workflows and engineering practices.


Required Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Remote Sensing, Geospatial Sciences, or a related technical field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant industry or research experience.
  • Strong mathematical background with demonstrated ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts to engineering challenges.
  • Professional experience developing computer vision, image processing, or machine learning solutions.
  • Strong programming skills in C++ and/or Python.
  • Experience designing, implementing, and validating complex algorithms.
  • Familiarity with AI-assisted software development tools and AI agents used in coding workflows.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively across multidisciplinary teams.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with geospatial, photogrammetric, or remote sensing applications.
  • Masters or Ph.D. in a related technical discipline.
  • Experience with machine learning frameworks and modern AI technologies.
  • Experience working with cloud-based processing environments.
  • Experience transitioning research concepts into production software systems.


Pay Transparency: To support pay transparency, Vantor includes salary ranges in all U.S. job postings. Starting pay for this role will fall within the listed range and will be based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, and market conditions. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role should not expect to receive compensation at the top of the range. The listed range reflects the expected pay for this position, and final offers will be determined based on each candidate's experience, expertise, and alignment with the role.
• The base pay for this position within Colorado is: $124,000.00 - $165,000.00 - $181,500.00 annually.

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

Benefits: Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.Vantor.com/careers
Additionally, this position is incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and/or individual results achieved; the specific incentive plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions.

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.

The date of posting can be found on Vantor's Career page at the top of each job posting.

To apply, submit your application via Vantor's Career page.

About Maxar Technologies

Maxar Technologies is a space technology company that provides solutions for Earth observation, space infrastructure, and geospatial intelligence. The company was formed in 2017 through the merger of DigitalGlobe and MDA. Maxar is headquartered in Westminster, Colorado and has operations in Canada, Europe, and Asia. The company has a diverse customer base that includes government agencies, commercial companies, and non-profit organizations.
Learn more about Maxar Technologies
Size
4,400 employees
Market Cap
$3.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$303 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+2.6%
Revenue
$1.7 billion
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