Software Engineer (Defense) Boston, US >>

Airspace Intelligence; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Airspace Intelligence is seeking a talented professional to conceptualize and build innovative products while also optimizing existing solutions. The role requires proficiency in modern programming languages and experience in scalable systems. Successful candidates will showcase curiosity, collaboration skills, and the ability to lead independently. Located in Boston, MA, the position may require travel and the ability to obtain security clearance.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in at least one modern programming language; foundation to learn Rust and Python quickly.
• At senior levels: experience building and maintaining high-performance, scalable systems.
• Proficiency in leveraging modern LLM tools to accelerate development workflows and enhance code quality.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualizing and building innovative products from scratch.
• Enhancing and optimizing existing solutions.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve airspace safety.

Skills

Proficiency in at least one modern programming language

Experience building and maintaining high-performance, scalable systems

Proficiency in leveraging modern LLM tools

Ability to collaborate with others across multiple teams

Ability to lead and work independently

Flexibility to adjust to changing business priorities

Curiosity and a drive to grow

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 leads the way and pushes 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, fast‑paced environment, shaping standards of excellence. Working with a cross‑functional team—including end‑users, other engineers, and deployment strategists—you will solve real problems that improve safety of our airspace.

What We Value

• Proficiency in at least one modern programming language; foundation to learn Rust and Python quickly.
• At senior levels: experience building and maintaining high‑performance, scalable systems.
• Proficiency in leveraging modern LLM tools to accelerate development workflows and enhance code quality.
• Ability to collaborate with others across multiple teams.
• Ability 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.

How We Hire

We view the interview process as an opportunity to simulate working together, building the process around you.

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