Raft
defense tech
SeniorSoftwareEngineer
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“Senior Software Engineer at Raft. Skills: backend software engineering, Golang, Java, data-intensive systems, distributed architectures, DevSecOps, Kubernetes, cloud-native architectures, microservices. lead the design and development of scalable, data-intensive backend systems. architect and implement robust solutions using Golang and/or Java”
What You'll Achieve.
empowering U. S. military and government agencies with cutting-edge AI/ML and data solutions; build digital solutions that impact the lives of millions of Americans; enhance the real-world performance of Raft's products in operational environments; enable technology evolution and component replacement based on user needs; accelerated development
Industry & Context.
Excellent problem-solving skills; ability to architect solutions for complex technical challenges; analytical thinker
U. S. based position, U. S. citizenship required, All work must be conducted within the continental U. S., Ability to obtain and maintain an active TS SCI security clearance, Preference for candidates with an active clearance, Onsite at Hanscom AFB, MA 3-5 days per week, Foreign and domestic travel up to 30% to customer sites and deployment locations
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
3+ years of experience in backend software engineering, expertise in Golang and/or Java, Proven experience building and scaling data-intensive systems and distributed architectures, Deep understanding of DevSecOps principles and practices, Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, experience with cloud-native architectures and microservices design patterns, Experience with data processing frameworks, streaming technologies, and high-throughput systems, Knowledge of security best practices for enterprise and government systems, Proficiency with Agentic AI coding tools, Ability to obtain and maintain an active TS SCI security clearance
Nice to Have
Experience with highly regulated industries (defense, aerospace, finance, healthcare) or environments requiring stringent security and compliance standards, Familiarity with classification levels and secure development practices, Experience with edge computing and tactical deployment considerations, Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure and data pipeline architectures, Experience with container orchestration in air-gapped or disconnected environments, Background in distributed systems, event-driven architectures, and real-time data processing, Experience working directly with customers in operational environments, Contributions to open-source projects or technical publications, active clearance
What You'll Do.
lead the design and development of scalable
data-intensive backend systems
architect and implement robust solutions using Golang and/or Java
and reliability across mission-critical applications
writing code and solving complex technical challenges
work closely with customers at deployment sites
gathering feedback and implementing improvements
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
mentor junior and mid-level engineers; work effectively with both technical teams and customers; work as a hyper collaborative team where each team member brings a unique perspective
Communication Scope
communication skills with ability to work effectively with both technical teams and customers
Full Job Description
This is a U. S. based position. All of the programs we support require U. S. citizenship to be eligible for employment. All work must be conducted within the continental U. S. Who we are: Raft (https://TeamRaft.com) is a customer-obsessed non-traditional defense tech company dedicated to empowering U. S. military and government agencies with cutting-edge AI/ML and data solutions. We are a leader in autonomous data fusion and Agentic AI, with a purposeful focus on Distributed Data Systems, Platforms at Scale, and Complex Application Development. With headquarters in McLean, VA, our range of clients includes innovative federal and public agencies leveraging design thinking, cutting-edge tech stack, and cloud-native ecosystem. We build digital solutions that impact the lives of millions of Americans. About the role: In your role as a Software Engineer, you will lead the design and development of scalable, data-intensive backend systems that power Raft's flagship products. You'll help architect and implement robust solutions using Golang and/or Java while ensuring security, performance, and reliability across mission-critical applications. As a hands-on technical leader, you'll mentor junior and mid-level engineers while spending significant time writing code and solving complex technical challenges. You'll work closely with customers at deployment sites, gathering feedback and implementing improvements to enhance the real-world performance of Raft's products in operational environments. We are hiring multiple engineers at multiple levels. What we are looking for: Minimum of 3+ years of experience in backend software engineering with expertise in Golang and/or Java Proven experience building and scaling data-intensive systems and distributed architectures Deep understanding of DevSecOps principles and practices, including ICAM (Identity, Credential, and Access Management) Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, including creating and managing Helm charts and Kubernetes ope
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