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Sr. Software Development Engineer – National Imagery
Esri · Remote (US) · Posted 2026-10-13
$123,136 – $202,488/yr
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About this role
Esri is hiring a Senior Software Development Engineer for its National Imagery team — a remote role building GIS, photogrammetry, and remote-sensing software for defense and intelligence users. You will develop image-processing capabilities across EO, radar, and motion imagery and ship advanced analytical tools used in real defense and intelligence workflows. Pay is $123,136 to $202,488 per year.
Key responsibilities
- Build and release Esri software for imagery analysis across multiple modalities
- Develop image-processing components, algorithms, and APIs
- Translate DoD and intelligence-community requirements into software
- Integrate community toolkits and libraries into ArcGIS
- Mentor junior developers and lead development projects
What you'll need
- 5+ years developing high-performance imagery applications
- Experience with C/C++ or advanced C#/.NET
- Background in remote sensing, image processing, or photogrammetry
- Experience in the defense and/or intelligence communities
- US citizen able to obtain a Top Secret clearance with SCI access
- Bachelor’s in computer science, geography, engineering, or a related field
Benefits
- $123,136–$202,488 annual salary range
- Remote work
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401(k) and profit sharing
- Minimum 80 hours of vacation plus twelve paid holidays
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FAQs
Is a security clearance required?
You must be a US citizen able to obtain a Top Secret clearance with SCI access; an active clearance is a plus.
What technologies will I work with?
GIS, photogrammetry, and remote-sensing tools including EO, radar, and motion imagery pipelines.