CareerPlan

Forward Deployed Software Engineer, Connected Warfare (Active Clearance)

Costa Mesa, CA (OC-00)Full-time$114k–$192k2026-11-03 → 2026-11-10
Security clearance required

Core

Build and deploy mission-critical software solutions for tactical edge environments, enabling resilient, machine-speed decision-making for warfighters in contested, disconnected settings.

Role type

Senior IC software engineer (defense, connected warfare)

Builds

Core mesh platforms, data interfaces, release management, and distributed data layers for military command and control

Domain

Defense / Networking / Distributed Systems / Robotics

Required skills

Go, Python, Java, C++, Rust, distributed systems, networking, data processing, system design, monitoring, CI/CD

Preferred skills

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), non-standard networking conditions, multi-cluster cloud architecture, startup/high-growth experience

Technologies

Go, Python, Java, C++, Rust, AWS, Azure, Lattice OS

Responsibilities

Own software solutions spanning core mesh platforms and data interfaces; deliver well-architected systems with scalability and reliability; partner with end-users to translate needs into features; collaborate across teams to build cross-functional functionality; ensure system health by analyzing metrics and resolving production issues; travel 10-30% to deploy capabilities in the field

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC