Forward Deployed Principal Software Engineer

Soresu LLC; Springfield, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 176,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IBA funded at 25% of base salary

401(k) contribution 25% of base salary

Employee-owned company

Job summary

Soresu LLC is seeking a Forward Deployed Principal Software Engineer to bridge customer needs with the core product team and drive rapid software remediations and integrations on-site in Springfield/Arlington, VA. This leadership role emphasizes translating user feedback into actionable engineering requirements and shaping the platform roadmap.

The position requires a strong background in Python, geospatial development, and experience with modern version control and lifecycle tools, with travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with at least 10 years of experience, or 12 years total with substitutions.
• Demonstrated excellence in direct customer engagement and translating feedback into engineering requirements.
• Experience with geospatial software development and concepts (e.g., Rasterio, Fiona, Shapely, OpenLayers, GDAL).
• Proficiency in Python and modern SOC software workflows.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the bridge between end users and the core product development team, driving integration with the customer.
• Deliver rapid software remediations and technical solutions on the front lines of customer engagements.
• Translate operational feedback into actionable engineering requirements to shape the product roadmap and quality.

Skills

Python

Geospatial software

Git/GitLab/Bitbucket

Travel up to 10%

TS/SCI clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree substitution (2 years)

PhD substitution (4 years)

Tools

Git/GitLab/Bitbucket

Job description

Forward Deployed Principal Software Engineer

We are seeking a Forward Deployed Principal Software Engineerto integrate an existing software stack with our customer.

As a Forward Deployed Principal Software Engineer, you will serve as the vital bridge between end users and the core commercial product development team, driving advancement and integration. Operating on the front lines as an extension of engineering, you will deliver rapid software remediations and technical solutions directly to the customer. By translating operational challenges into actionable, customer-driven feedback for the software team, you will directly shape the future roadmap and continuous quality of our platform.

This position is full time on-siteat facilities in Springfield and Arlington, VA.

Salary Range: $176,000-$209,000

Benefits: Soresu offers a highly competitive benefits package in addition to base salary, including an Individual Benefits Account (IBA) funded at 25% of base salary and a 401(k) contribution equal to an additional 25% of base salary. Yes, that means an additional 50% of base salaryin employer-funded benefits and retirement contributions. We take care of our people because our people are the company. Soresu is 100% employee-owned, and we intend to keep it that way.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with at least 10 years of experience

In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, two additional years of related experience may be substituted (12 years total).

A Master’s degree may be substituted for two years of experience; a PhD may be substituted for four years of experience.

Demonstrated excellence in direct customer engagement, with a strong ability to build client trust, rapidly triage user issues, and translate operational feedback into clear engineering requirements.

Experience with geospatial software development and concepts (e.g., Rasterio, Fiona, Shapely, OpenLayers, GDAL)

Proficiency in Python

Experience using Git, GitLab, Bitbucket or other software development lifecycle management tools

Experience with fast, iterative development cycles and an ability to adapt to shifting requirements

Travel up to 10%

Must have and maintain a current active security clearance (TS/SCI)

Preferred Qualifications

Cloud Experience (AWS or equivalent)

Experience developing and conveying software system architectures

Soresu is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

About the Company

At Soresu, our team has the incredible opportunity to build the resilient systems that safeguard our nation in an era of AI-driven warfare and high-intensity conflict. Inspired by our namesake—the "Form III" philosophy of absolute defense,we look for bold thinkers and disciplined engineers ready to orchestrate answers for our customers. Our culture thrives on extreme efficiency and the courage to deliver mission-critical solutions where others see only noise. Join us to bridge the gap between vast data and actionable intelligence, inventing the future of automation at the speed of mission.