Senior Software Engineer

Requirements

• 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 Dev Sec Ops  principles and practices, including ICAM (Identity, Credential, and Access Management)
• Hands‑on experience with Kubernetes, including creating and managing Helm charts and Kubernetes operators
• Strong 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
• Proven track record of mentoring and developing engineering talent
• Passion for staying current with emerging technologies and evaluating their potential impact
• Experience designing modular, extensible systems that enable technology evolution and component replacement based on user needs
• Proficiency with Agentic AI coding tools with understanding of their capabilities, limitations, and when to leverage them for accelerated development
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to architect solutions for complex technical challenges
• Strong communication skills with ability to work effectively with both technical teams and customers
• Fast learner, analytical thinker, creative, hands‑on approach to technical leadership
• Ability to thrive in fast‑paced environments and manage multiple technical priorities
• (Desirable) Experience with highly regulated industries (defense, aerospace, finance, healthcare) or environments requiring stringent security and compliance standards
• (Desirable) Familiarity with classification levels and secure development practices
• Experience with edge computing and tactical deployment considerations
• (Desirable) Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure and data pipeline architectures
• (Desirable) Experience with container orchestration in air‑galled or disconnected environments
• (Desirable) Background in distributed systems, event‑driven architectures, and real‑time data processing
• (Desirable) Experience working directly with customers in operational environments
• (Desirable) Contributions to open‑source projects or technical publications
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active TS SCI security clearance
• Preference for candidates with an active clearance

• 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