Software/Database Engineer

Relative Dynamics•Sioux Falls, SD

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Relative Dynamics is seeking a Software/Database Engineer in Sioux Falls, SD, to support the USGS Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center. This is a full-time, hybrid position requiring consistent collaboration with team members, scientists, and mission partners. This role is not eligible for remote work. In partnership with NASA and the Landsat project, this position supports Landsat product generation, which processes satellite imagery used by scientists, researchers, government agencies, and organizations around the world. You will develop and optimize database infrastructure that supports operational satellite data processing and future Earth observation initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related technical discipline.
Three or more years of professional software engineering or database development experience
Experience developing software in Python within Linux/Unix environments
Experience supporting cloud computing environments
Experience interfacing with relational database systems
Three years of continuous residency in the United States for issuance of a Government Security credential
Ability to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation for facility access
Strong proficiency in Python programming
Experience writing software that interfaces with databases
Relational database experience
Linux/Unix expertise
Experience improving software performance and decreasing processing runtime
Strong understanding of software development lifecycle practices
Experience with Git-based source control management
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a highly skilled technical team

Nice To Haves

AWS cloud services experience
Postgres database experience
Experience with AI-assisted software development and documentation tools
Experience with Parquet

Responsibilities

Contribute to meaningful, mission-critical Earth science initiatives
Develop software supporting one of the world's longest-running satellite programs
Work alongside experienced engineers and scientists who value innovation
Apply advanced database engineering techniques to large-scale database systems
Solve complex performance and scalability challenges
Work with modern cloud technologies and scientific data-processing platforms
Design, develop, and maintain database components
Develop software primarily in Python
Optimize workflows to reduce runtime and improve overall efficiency
Design and maintain applications that write to and query relational databases
Support cloud-based architecture and workflows
Perform software planning, requirements refinement, and technical design activities
Develop, execute, and document unit and integration tests
Troubleshoot operational processing issues and implement corrective actions
Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and technical discussions
Collaborate closely with Systems Engineers, Software Engineers, Scientists, and mission stakeholders