Software Engineer

Second Front; United States; Remote; USD 104,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Second Front is seeking a Software Engineer to join their mission-driven team, focusing on innovative solutions for national security. The role involves building and scaling software solutions, collaborating in a dynamic environment, and contributing to a pivotal platform that supports U.S. government operations.

Benefits

100% Healthcare, vision and dental coverage

401(k) + 3% company contribution

Wellness perks

Equity incentive plan

Tech + office supplies stipend

Annual professional development stipend

Flexible paid time off + federal holidays off

Parental leave

Work from anywhere

Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of Software Engineering experience preferred.
• Experience in a startup environment is a plus.
• Knowledge of DevSecOps tools and practices is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Build and scale UI frontend and RESTful API backend.
• Participate in code reviews to improve code quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement features.

Skills

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Understanding of containerization

Familiarity with PostgreSQL

REST APIs

Event-driven architectures

Education

BS in Computer Science

Tools

Docker

Typescript

GoLang

Python

React

Kubernetes

AWS

GCP

Azure

Git

Job description

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This range is provided by Second Front. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$104,000.00/yr - $128,000.00/yr

About The Role
Second Front Systems (2F) is seeking an ambitious and visionary Software Engineer to join our mission-driven team. We are a dynamic, fast-growing entrepreneurial company at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and national security, committed to delivering transformative solutions that empower our nation’s defenders. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a company that is redefining the way software is delivered and secured in the defense sector.

At 2F, we thrive on innovation and purpose, combining a startup’s agility with a clear mission to support national security. You will be at the forefront of driving the engineering strategy behind the deployment and scaling of our revolutionary Game Warden platform—an industry-leading tool that is accelerating the secure adoption of mission-critical SaaS solutions for the U.S. government. If you’re ready to contribute to a team that values ingenuity, collaboration, and impact, we want to hear from you

Note: This position requires U.S. citizenship due to government contract requirements.

What You’ll Do

• Contribute to building and scaling our UI frontend and RESTful API backend as part of a distributed development team
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving code quality
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to implement new features
• Agile development: writing and maintaining code
  
  
  
  

Skills You’ll Bring To Our Team

• Passion for delivering high-quality software solutions.
• Willingness to learn and grow with our team
• Have an understanding of basic containerization using Docker
• Familiarity with PostgreSQL database management
• Have an understanding of basic systems development concepts (i.e. REST APIs, Authentication, Event driven architectures.)
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with the team members in a remote environment
• BS. or higher in Computer Science (or equivalent work experience.)
  
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years of Software Engineering experience with problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Experience working and developing with the technologies we use
• Experience working in a startup environment
• Knowledge of DevSecOps tools and practices
• Previous experience working in national security
  
  
  
  

Technologies We Use

• Typescript, GoLang, and Python
• React
• Kubernetes
• AWS/GCP/Azure
• Git/Gitlab/Gitea
• Rust
  
  
  
  

Perks & Benefits

This role is full time. As a public benefit corporation, we’re a team of purpose-driven trailblazers transforming the future of U.S. national security. We hire the best to do their best and, as such, we are committed to providing the perks and benefits you need to be successful—both in- and outside the workplace.

We offer you:

Competitive Salary

100% Healthcare, vision and dental coverage

401(k) + 3% company contribution

Wellness perks (Fitness classes, mental health resources)

Equity incentive plan

Tech + office supplies stipend

Annual professional development stipend

Flexible paid time off + federal holidays off

Parental leave

Work from anywhere

Referral Bonus

Visit our careers page to learn more.

Please note that all official communications will come from @secondfront.com email addresses. If you are contacted by anyone claiming to represent Second Front and are unsure of their authenticity, please do not provide any personal/financial information and contact us immediately at [e-mail].

If you believe you are the target of a scam in the US, please report it to the Federal Trade Commission at: https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/#/. In Europe, please contact the European Anti-Fraud Office at: https://anti-fraud.ec.europa.eu/olaf-and-you/report-fraud_en

Who We Are
At Second Front Systems (2F), we equip defense and national security professionals for long-term, continuous competition for access to emerging technologies. Founded by two former U.S. Marines with firsthand experience of the dangers outdated technology poses in combat, our team is dedicated to fast-tracking government access to disruptive, commercially-proven technology for U.S. national security missions.

Our Game Warden product, a fully managed and compliant DevSecOps platform, accelerates the process for accrediting software as a service (SaaS) applications for government use.

Learn how 2F can help you make an impact on national security missions at www.secondfront.com

ONE LAST THING…

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The base compensation range for this role is $104,000 - $128,000.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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