Senior Software Engineer - Full Stack (TS Clearance)
About this role
Developing application backend and frontend systems takes up the majority of the schedule, enabling national security analysts to draw maximum value from complex data sources like social media, audio, and geolocation feeds. Team members design new products that extend the existing platform while collaborating directly with customers and domain experts in real-world operational contexts.
Red Cell Partners incubates technology companies like Andesite, which builds human-AI security operations center solutions for national security missions. This particular team focuses on creating resilient web applications, secure APIs, and core platform capabilities that facilitate low-latency intelligence processing and operator workflows. Candidates who hold an active Top Secret clearance, bring at least five years of full stack experience, and want to build tools for technical operators tend to thrive in this environment.
What you will do
- Design, build, and launch resilient, high-performance web applications and secure APIs that process, visualize, and fuse multi-source intelligence data for mission-critical operator workflows.
- Partner directly with Product, Design, Domain SMEs, and other Engineering teams to translate complex technical requirements into seamless user experiences that empower national security analysts.
- Deploy in the product alongside tactical operators, iteratively building, validating, and optimizing custom tools directly within real-world national security operational contexts.
- Extend and strengthen core platform capabilities, ensuring seamless data integration, low-latency performance, and scalable infrastructure that benefits multiple product offerings.
What you need
- Hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Possess an active TS security clearance.
- Demonstrate a minimum of 5 years of full stack engineering experience.
- Show proficiency in programming languages such as Python and Javascript.
- Bring experience with cloud-based solutions like AWS, GCP, or Azure, alongside containerization tools including Docker and Kubernetes.
Nice to have
- 2+ years of experience working in an early stage (Seed / Series A) startup
- Experience developing AI products that leverage natural language processing, computer vision, or other machine learning techniques
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
- Up to 14 weeks of 100% paid parental leave
- Generous, flexible PTO
- A true remote-first culture, where you manage your own workday
- A one-time home office stipend to get you set up from day one
- Occasional travel to collaborate in person with customers and teammates
Skills and tech stack
Questions candidates ask
What is the remote work policy?
This position operates within a true remote-first culture, where you manage your own workday. The setup includes a one-time home office stipend to get you set up from day one, alongside occasional travel to collaborate in person with customers and teammates.
What is the compensation and bonus structure?
The base salary range for this role is $180,000 to $240,000, with final compensation depending on experience, skills, and location. This role is also eligible for a bonus program and equity.
What tools and technologies will I use?
Engineering work involves programming languages like Python and Javascript, along with cloud-based solutions such as AWS, GCP, and Azure. The stack also includes containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes, plus proficiency with AI coding tools and harness development.
The application is on the official Red Cell Partners careers page.
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