What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Engineer - XSLT/XSL-FO position at Pentecom?
Pentecom is seeking a skilled and motivated software engineer to join our growing development team and transform XML data into high-quality PDF publications. The ideal candidate will have deep experience with XSLT (Extensible Stylesheet Language Transformations) and XSL-FO (Formatting Objects) for structured document processing. Experience with Python for automation, data manipulation, or workflow integration is highly desirable. Additionally, familiarity with S1000D, iSpec 2200, and/or military specifications (mil-specs) for technical publications is a plus.
Please note the software engineer - XSLT/XSL-FO position is a full-time, remote position.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, test, and maintain XSLT transformations to process XML data.
- Implement XSL-FO stylesheets to generate high-quality PDF outputs.
- Work with XML-based publishing workflows to ensure efficient document generation.
- Optimize and troubleshoot XSLT/XSL-FO transformations for performance and accuracy.
- Automate document processing tasks using Python.
- Collaborate with consulting and conversion teams to provide technical expertise and collaboration for the following:
- Determine project requirements and develop automated solutions used in technical data conversion processes.
- Problem solving and recommendations for appropriate corrective action for technical issues.
- Retrieving data and developing customized reports to be used for operations analysis.
- Work with structured documentation standards such as S1000D, iSpec 2200, and military specifications (mil-specs) for compliance-driven publishing.
Skills and Experience:
- Strong expertise in XML, XPath, and XSLT (1.0, 2.0, or 3.0) for XML data transformation.
- Hands-on experience with XSL-FO for professional PDF generation.
- Experience with XSL-FO processors such as Apache FOP, RenderX XEP, or Antenna House Formatter.
- Solid understanding of document layout, formatting, and pagination rules.
- Experience with S1000D, iSpec 2200, and military specifications (mil-specs) for structured technical publications.
- Proficiency in Python for automating XML processing and integration with publishing workflows.
- Experience with XML schema validation (XSD, DTD).
- Knowledge of version control systems (Git, SVN).
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or technical manual publishing environments.
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 2 years of professional experience in XSLT/XSL-FO development.
*Must be a US Citizen
Pentecom is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Pentecom is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@pentecom.com at least 48 hours in advance of your need for an accommodation.
