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Forward Deployed Engineer (TS/SCI Clearance Required)

Vannevar
Location
Remote
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Forward Deployed Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 5+ years as a Full Stack Developer
  • Familiarity with relational databases (like Postgres)
  • Experience with caching technologies (like Redis)
  • Experience with object storage systems (like S3)
  • Experience with modern front-end frameworks (like React)
  • Experience developing and deploying software compliant with DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF)
What the job really is

As a Forward Deployed Engineer at Vannevar, you will take on the role of technical owner for mission-critical software solutions, working closely with operators and analysts to translate mission requirements into scalable software. Your responsibilities will include architecting, developing, and deploying software directly to customer environments, while also collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery of capabilities. This position involves hands-on coding and requires travel to engage with mission owners in the field.

Benefits
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Remote friendly with WeWork access
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Shared downtime during the federal holiday calendar
  • Company-wide off time at the end of each year
  • 401(k) match
Things to weigh
  • Travel required up to 20–30% to engage directly with mission owners
  • Role involves hands-on coding in addition to technical ownership responsibilities
Job score3/5
Benefits5/5
Freshness1/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity5/5
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