Forward Deployed Engineer

Hiring Remote Forward Deployed Engineers across three startup clients... Travel of 30-60% during work weeks required across all three as all three are heavy on customer-facing deployments and integrations, in addition to core product development. Series C, AI-Native Intelligence/Counter-intelligence Platform - Security Clearance Required 5+ years as a Full Stack Developer including familiarity with relational databases (like Postgres), caching technologies (like Redis), object storage systems (like S3), and modern front-end frameworks (like React)Experience developing and deploying software compliant with DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF)Experience interfacing with government owned IT systems (for example, data platforms, IdAM providers, SIEM, CDSs, etc)Experience working with government IT and program offices to scope technical requirements, architecture, and integrations Experience working with end users to scope mission requirements, conduct user testing, and gain product feedback Excellent communication and teamwork skills Must hold an active U.S. TS Security clearance with SCI Eligibility Series A, Drone Technology - Clearance Eligibility required (must be US Cit)New grads w/ prestigious education + internships welcome! Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field 3+ years of professional software engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated ability Strong proficiency in at least one major programming language (Python, C/C++, Golang, or Java)Solid understanding of networking fundamentals: NAT, DNS/mDNS, UDP/TCP protocols, multicast, and firewall configuration Experience with Linux system administration and shell scripting Proven debugging skills across complex software systems -- you know how to read logs, use debuggers, and trace issues systematically Excellent communication skills for engaging with U.S. government and military customers and internal engineering teams Willingness and ability to travel 60% of the time, both domestically and internationally, including to remote or restricted-access locations Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance. Active Secret clearance preferred but not required. Seed, AI-Native Supply Chain Logistics - Data Science focus - Security Clearance Required Track record of success in a hybrid customer-facing engineering role, comfortable wearing multiple hats Prior hands-on technical experience working with clients in pre- or post-sales, implementation, or program delivery contexts Proficiency in Python, Java Script, or similar modern languages Strong engineering background, preferably in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field Strong project management and interpersonal skills Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both senior executives and front-line engineers High comfort level operating across internal and external organizations in fast-moving, ambiguous environments Intellectual curiosity, empathy, and the ability to operate with high velocity Hold an active clearance or eligible to to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time