Software Engineer (Defense)

airspace-intelligence.com; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Space Intelligence (ASI) in Boston is looking for a skilled professional to drive product innovation and deliver decision-making tools for aviation and defense sectors. In this role, you will conceptualize, build, and enhance products, working closely with a cross-functional team to improve airspace safety.

The ideal candidate is proficient in modern programming languages, has experience in scalable systems, and is capable of leading projects independently. Expectations include flexibility, a curiosity to grow, and the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Qualifications

• Proficient in at least one modern programming language, such as Rust or Python.
• Experience in building scalable systems at senior levels.
• Able to leverage modern LLM tools for improving development workflows.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and build innovative products from scratch.
• Enhance and optimize existing solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve real problems.

Skills

Proficiency in modern programming languages (Rust, Python)

Experience in building and maintaining high-performance systems

Use of modern LLM tools

Collaborative skills

Leadership and independence

Traveling ability

Flexibility to changing priorities

Curiosity and drive to grow

Ability to obtain security clearance

Job description

About Air Space Intelligence

ASI's mission‑critical technology powers decision‑making across aviation, defense, energy, and other critical infrastructure domains. Backed by top‑tier investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Spark Capital, and Renegade Partners, ASI delivers operational decision superiority—compressing days of analysis into seconds of action. ASI is leading the way and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

What You Will Do

Your responsibilities will span from conceptualizing and building innovative products from scratch (0 to 1) to enhancing and optimizing existing solutions as they evolve (1 to n). You will operate in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment, where you will have the opportunity to shape and set the standards for excellence. You will work with a cross‑functional team, including end‑users, other engineers, and deployment strategists. You will solve real problems that make a difference, providing decision‑making tools to end users and improving the safety of our airspace.

What We Value

• Proficiency in at least one modern programming language. We work in Rust and Python and expect you to have the foundation to quickly learn these languages.
• At senior levels: experience in building and maintaining high‑performance, scalable systems.
• Proficient in leveraging modern LLM tools to accelerate development workflows and enhance code quality.
• Ability to collaborate with others across multiple teams.
• An aptitude to lead and work independently.
• Ability to travel.
• Flexibility to adjust to changing business priorities.
• Curiosity and a drive to grow.
• Ability to obtain security clearance.

ASI works with export controlled technology and restricted U.S. Government data, including on contracts mandating U.S. immigration status and location restrictions for performing personnel. Employment offers are contingent on ability to timely obtain all required authorizations for contemplated job duties.