Reinventing Geospatial, Inc. (RGi)

Systems Software Engineer at Reinventing Geospatial, Inc. (RGi) (Springfield, VA)

Reinventing Geospatial, Inc. (RGi)· Springfield, VA·

Role details

Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full-Time

Job description

Reinventing Geospatial (RGi) is a leading expert in geospatial solutions for Defense, Intelligence, and Federal clients. We enhance situational awareness for soldiers and analysts by integrating software development with geospatial intelligence. Our projects range from data collection to advanced deep learning, leveraging tools like Python, Java, and ArcGIS.

We don't just fill roles we build teams of high performers and leaders who make an immediate impact. At our core, we're driven by innovation and powered by people who work at the intersection of passion and performance. Here, you'll collaborate with bold thinkers, leverage cutting edge technology, and tackle meaningful challenges from day one.

Our culture is defined and anchored by three pillars:

Energy: We bring passion, purpose, and urgency to our work. Edge: We take initiative, embrace growth, and step outside our comfort zone. Execution: We get things done smartly, decisively, and with real results.

If you're the kind of person who leads with initiative, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is eager to create real impact, we want you on our team.

Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance with an ability to obtain SCI access and willingness to obtain CI Polygraph US Citizenship Required

As a Systems Engineer you will:

  • Design, customize, deploy, and test enterprise GIS applications.
  • Perform software development using Python, C#, C++, HTML, and JavaScript.
  • Author and maintain technical documentation (user guides, configuration updates, versioning notes in GitLab, etc.).
  • Implement geospatial data acquisition, preparation, and conversion processes.
  • Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance for access controls and system security.
  • Manage access roles and permissions within ArcGIS Enterprise.
  • Configure, deploy, and troubleshoot OGC-compliant web services (WMS, WFS, WMTS, WCS, and OGC API – Features) to support cross-platform data interoperability and client-side consumption.
  • Integrate containerization technologies including Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift.
  • Contribute to AI/ML/DL system support including training data management and model validation.
  • Conduct QA/QC processes including code reviews, database evaluations, and lifecycle compliance.
  • Interpret and remediate vulnerabilities from Static Code Analysis and container scanning tools, while ensuring geospatial services and databases are configured in alignment with STIG compliance standards.
  • Participate in requirements analysis, software design, and development best practices.
  • Collaborate with a small, agile team in a DevSecOps environment.
  • Utilize and support COTS tools such as ENVI, RemoteView, Erdas Imagine, ArcGIS, Skyline, etc.

System Engineer Qualifications:

  • Experience with DevOps/DevSecOps workflows.
  • Proven experience integrating security best practices into the GIS development lifecycle.
  • Hands-on experience with AGILE software development methodologies.
  • Experience with Git-based version control tools (GitHub, GitLab).
  • Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems creatively and independently.
  • Strong collaboration skills in team-based environments.
  • Working knowledge of OGC standards (WMS, WFS, WMTS), familiarity with modern OGC API – Features implementation, and experience implementing them within enterprise GIS environments and custom web applications.
  • Deep understanding of GIS platforms: ArcGIS Pro/Enterprise, QGIS, GeoServer, PostGIS/PostgreSQL.
  • Familiarity with DoW policies, configuration management, and distributed systems.

Why work at Reinventing Geospatial, Inc. (RGi)

  • Culture: Emphasizes “Energy, Edge, and Execution” – a fun, casual, startup-like atmosphere within a stable government contractor.
  • Benefits: 100% employer-paid healthcare and dental insurance; 401(k), 529 plan, tuition assistance, PTO, paid holidays, paternity/maternity leave, short- & long-term disability.
  • Perks: Stand-up desks, bean bags, café, gaming station, free snacks and Friday breakfast; 15+ social Slack channels, happy hours, tubing/camping trips, sports teams.
  • Work Environment: On-site presence required for many roles (e.g., Fairfax, Springfield, Gaithersburg), but multiple office locations nationwide; hybrid possibilities may exist depending on contract.
  • Engineering Culture: Empowers teams with business context, encourages ownership, and fosters continuous learning – employees describe RGi as a “great place to grow skills” with “freedom to innovate.”
  • Employee Reviews: 4.3/5 overall (33 reviews) with Work‑Life 4.6, Compensation 4.5, Culture 4.5, Career 4.3.

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