Senior Software Engineer

Be among the first 25 applicants. Raft is a customer-obsessed small business focused on Distributed Data Systems, Platforms at Scale, and Complex Application Development, headquartered in McLean, VA. The Senior Software Engineer role involves diving deeper into the software lifecycle, handling complex tasks, leading smaller projects, participating in design discussions, code reviews, and mentoring junior engineers. Requirements include: 5+ years of software engineering experience Technical leadership Proficiency in Java, Scala or JVM languages Kubernetes, Cloud Native Backend APIs Web-socket and RESTful APIs Software design and architecture patterns Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced R&D environment Candidates must be able to obtain Security+ certification within 90 days and have a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Preferred experience includes Kafka, Data Engineering, Software Factories, and Big Data Platforms. Active Top Secret/SCI clearance is required, with a preference for Polygraph. The position is based in Chantilly, VA or Colorado Springs, CO, requires working from a SCIF at least 3 days a week, and may require up to 25% travel. The company offers a competitive salary, healthcare, 401(k) with match, PTO, holidays, education benefits, and referral bonuses. Raft emphasizes a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer obsession, supporting diversity and equal opportunity employment.

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