Lead Processing Engineer

POSITION SUMMARY

Constellis is hiring a Lead Processing Engineer to own the Processing domain end-to-end. This role defines architecture, standards, and technical direction for how raw sensor data becomes authoritative normalized events within Lexso.

This is a senior, hands-on leadership role — equal parts architect, mentor, and builder.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Own the Processing architecture and data contracts

Define normalization standards and schema enforcement strategy

Design spatial enrichment workflows (zones, H3, ENU, grids)

Lead technical decisions for stream processing frameworks

Review and approve Processing PRs and designs

Establish testing, validation, and quality gates

Coordinate with Ingestion, Spatial Grid, Reactor, and UI leads

Mentor Processing Engineers and set development best practices

Represent Processing in cross-team technical discussions

QUALIFICATIONS

8 years of experience designing data processing or streaming systems

5 years of experience engineering in Python

5 years of experience understanding event-driven architectures

Experience defining and enforcing schemas at scale

Geospatial processing experience (H3, polygons, point-in-polygon)

Experience with Kafka and stream processing patterns

Ability to reason about correctness, determinism, and data lineage

Eligible to obtain a Top Secret clearance

Experience leading technical direction

Preferred experience

Experience with sensor fusion systems

Familiarity with defense, security, or critical infrastructure platforms

Prior ownership of a production data pipeline

Kubernetes / cloud-native architecture experience

BENEFITS

Constellis offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance

Paid Time-Off Program & Company Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Insurance: Basic Life & Supplemental Life

Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

On-the-job Training, Skills Development & Certifications

Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is typically based in a busy office environment and subject to frequent interruptions. Business work hours are Monday-Friday standard core hours,

however some extended or weekend hours may be required. Travel may be required for this role.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

May be required to lift and carry awkward items weighing up to 50 lbs. Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching and bending throughout the workday.

Qualifications

Equal Opportunity Employer

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