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 small business 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.
We’re looking for an experienced Senior Software Engineer to support our customers and join our passionate team of high-impact problem solvers.
About the role:
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be diving deeper into the software lifecycle, taking on more complex tasks and leading smaller project initiatives. You will not only write code but also be involved in design discussions, code reviews, and mentoring Associate and Standard Engineers, helping to maintain the high standards of our organization.
What we are looking for:
- Five to Ten plus years of hands-on experience as a software engineer
- Demonstrated track record of technical leadership
- Ability to disambiguate technical requirement and functional requirements to provide your team direction
- Proficient with Java, Scala, or another JVM based language
- Strong experience in Kubernetes and building Cloud Native Backend APIs
- Experience in creating robust web-socket and RESTFul APIs
- Deep knowledge of SW design and architecture patterns
- A strong collaborator who can work well with a diverse team
- Able to iterate fast in an R&D environment and increase velocity of shipped features
- Demonstrated working knowledge & experience in the following areas:
- Kubernetes
- Ability to leverage multiple types of databases
- Support CI/CD pipelines
- Developing performant applications
- Ability to obtain a Security+ certification within 90 days of employment with Raft
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or a related field
Highly preferred:
- Prior experience utilizing Kafka or being a Data Engineer
- Experience with Software Factories and Big Data Platforms
Clearance Requirements:
- Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Work Type:
- Hybrid - Chantilly, VA or Colorado Springs, CO or St. Louis, MO
- Ability to work from a SCIF at least 3 days a week
- May require up to 10% travel
Salary Range:
- $110,000 - $200,000
- The determination of compensation is predicated upon a candidate's comprehensive experience, demonstrated skill, and proven abilities
What we will offer you:
- Highly competitive salary
- Fully covered healthcare, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) and company match
- Take as you need PTO + 11 paid holidays
- Monthly box of yummy snacks to eat while doing meaningful work
- Remote, hybrid, and flexible work options
- And More!
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.
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