Senior Software Engineer at Raft

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>This is a U.S. based position. All of the programs we support require </strong><strong>U.S. citizenship to be eligible for employment. All work must be conducted within the continental U.S.</strong></p></div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Who we are:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Raft (<a class="theme markdown__link" href="https://teamraft.com/" target="_blank">https://TeamRaft.com</a>) 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.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>About the role:&nbsp;</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">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.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>We are hiring multiple engineers at multiple levels.</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>What we are looking for:&nbsp;</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Minimum of 3+ years of experience in backend software engineering with expertise in Golang and/or Java</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Proven experience building and scaling data-intensive systems and distributed architectures</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Deep understanding of DevSecOps principles and practices, including ICAM (Identity, Credential, and Access Management)</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, including creating and managing Helm charts and Kubernetes operators</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong experience with cloud-native architectures and microservices design patterns</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience with data processing frameworks, streaming technologies, and high-throughput systems</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Knowledge of security best practices for enterprise and government systems</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Proven track record of mentoring and developing engineering talent</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Passion for staying current with emerging technologies and evaluating their potential impact</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience designing modular, extensible systems that enable technology evolution and component replacement based on user needs</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Proficiency with Agentic AI coding tools with understanding of their capabilities, limitations, and when to leverage them for accelerated development.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to architect solutions for complex technical challenges</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong communication skills with ability to work effectively with both technical teams and customers</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Fast learner, analytical thinker, creative, hands-on approach to technical leadership</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and manage multiple technical priorities</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Highly preferred:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience with highly regulated industries (defense, aerospace, finance, healthcare) or environments requiring stringent security and compliance standards</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Familiarity with classification levels and secure development practices</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience with edge computing and tactical deployment considerations</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure and data pipeline architectures</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience with container orchestration in air-gapped or disconnected environments</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Background in distributed systems, event-driven architectures, and real-time data processing</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience working directly with customers in operational environments</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Contributions to open-source projects or technical publications</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Clearance Requirements:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ability to obtain and maintain an active TS SCI security clearance. </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Preference for candidates with an active clearance.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Work Type:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Onsite at Hanscom AFB, MA 3-5 days per week</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Foreign and domestic travel up to 30% to customer sites and deployment locations</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Salary Range: $140,000.00 - $220,000.00</span></strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>What we will offer you:&nbsp;</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Highly competitive salary</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Fully covered healthcare, dental, and vision coverage</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">401(k) and company match</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Take as you need PTO + 11 paid holidays</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Education &amp; training benefits</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Generous Referral Bonuses</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">And More!</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Our Vision Statement:&nbsp;</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">We bridge the gap between humans and data through radical transparency and our obsession with&nbsp;the&nbsp;mission.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Our Customer Obsession:</strong>&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">We will approach every deliverable like it's a product. We will adopt a customer-obsessed mentality. As we grow, and our footprint becomes larger, teams and employees will treat each other not only as teammates but customers. We must live the customer-obsessed mindset, always. This will help us scale and it will translate to the interactions that our Rafters have with their clients and other product teams that they integrate with. Our culture will enable our success and set us apart from other companies.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>How do we get there?</strong>&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Public-sector modernization is critical for us to live in a better world. We, at Raft, want to innovate and solve complex problems. And, if we are successful, our generation and the ones that follow us will live in a delightful, efficient, and accessible world where out-of-box thinking,&nbsp;and collaboration is a norm.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Raft’s core philosophy is&nbsp;<strong>Ubuntu: I&nbsp;Am, Because&nbsp;We are</strong>. We support our&nbsp;<em>“nadi”</em>&nbsp;by elevating the other Rafters. We work as a hyper collaborative team where each team member brings a unique perspective, adding value that did not exist before. People make Raft special. We celebrate each other and our cognitive and cultural diversity. We are devoted to our practice of innovation and collaboration.&nbsp;</span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.</strong></p></div>