Red Cell Partners · 1 day ago
Senior Software Engineer, Backend Engineering (Security Clearance)
McLean, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$175K/yr - $225K/yrRed Cell Partners is an incubation firm building and investing in rapidly scalable technology-led companies. They are seeking a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Backend Engineering to design, develop, and maintain backend services and cloud infrastructure.
FinanceFinancial ServicesVenture Capital
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Contribute to the architecting, building, and optimizing our backend services and cloud infrastructure
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and architect solutions that align with business objectives
Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and growth within the team
Develop and maintain GRPC and RESTful APIs and services to enable seamless integration with various applications and third-party platforms
Integrate 3rd party APIs to enhance the functionality and capabilities of our applications
Ensure the security and scalability of backend systems, implementing best practices for data protection and access control
Monitor and troubleshoot production systems, proactively identifying and resolving potential issues
Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in cloud technologies and leverage them to enhance our infrastructure and services
Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to maintain code quality and adherence to coding standards
Communicate technical concepts and project updates effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Proven experience building microservices and managing cloud infrastructure
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Go, or Typescript, with a strong ability to write clean, maintainable code
Hands-on experience with GCP, AWS, and/or Azure
Demonstrated expertise in integrating third-party APIs to expand application capabilities
Solid understanding of RESTful API design principles and best practices
Excellent problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering scalable and efficient solutions
Strong knowledge of database design and optimization techniques
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
Active Secret or Top Secret Clearance
Benefits
100% employer-paid, comprehensive health care including medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
Paid maternity and paternity for 14 weeks at employees' normal pay.
Unlimited PTO, with management approval.
Opportunities for professional development and continued learning with educational reimbursements.
Optional 401K, FSA, and equity incentives available.
Mental health benefits through TARA Mind.
Company
Red Cell Partners
Red Cell Partners uniquely positioned at the creative intersection of investing and national security.
Founded in 2020
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Grant Verstandig
Co-Founder, Chairman & CEO
Kevin Keaton
Founding Partner/CTO
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