Senior Software Engineer - Fullstack (Contract)

Red Cell Partners is an incubation firm building and investing in rapidly scalable technology-led companies that are bringing revolutionary advancements to market in three distinct practice areas: healthcare, cyber, and national security. United by a shared sense of duty and deep belief in the power of innovation, Red Cell is developing powerful tools and solutions to address our Nation's most pressing problems.

About Defcon Ai

DEFCON AI is a modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) company that provides cutting-edge technology solutions for generating operationally relevant insights for the next generation of logistics and mobility decision making. An AI- driven software incorporating an intelligent agent within a simulation environment — DEFCON is the next driving force in defining how logistics disruptions are handled.

ABOUT DEFCON AI

DEFCON AI is a modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) company that provides cutting-edge technology solutions for generating operationally relevant insights for the next generation of logistics and mobility decision making. An AI- driven software incorporating an intelligent agent within a simulation environment — DEFCON is the next driving force in defining how logistics disruptions are handled.

We are a team of mission-focused, world-class AI Engineers, mobility, and logistics experts (and some business folks) who are leveraging big data and cutting-edge technology to develop the next generation of technologies for addressing how our partners can better prepare for contested mobility disruptions. Together, we are building much needed solutions to address our Nation's pressing challenges in the areas of logistics and mobility.

Description

We are looking for a Fullstack Software Engineer to work on a small, rapid prototyping team of engineers and data scientists building lightweight prototype applications. This is a three month contract opportunity. Begin the building blocks of a custom UI framework as a cross-platform development tool. Be a part of the creation of a tool that is not only interesting to technically construct but will improve our society in our ability to move resources, no matter the circumstances.

Requirements

• Proficiency in front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks/libraries like React, Angular, Next.js, TypeScript, Flowbite, or Tailwind.
• Expertise in back-end programming languages like Node.js, Python, Java, Go, etc. and their relevant technologies/frameworks.
• Expert in developing and optimizing systems for data processing and calling REST APIs for both inter-service communication and user-facing, latency-sensitive frontend applications.
• Experience with the various other facets of UI development.
• Experience developing and deploying micro-services
• Participate in the full application lifecycle, focusing on coding and debugging.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, ensuring adherence to software development best practices.
  
  

Bonus Points

• Experience with C#, .NET/.NET Core, Blazor/Razor
  
  

Qualifications

• Analytical Aptitude: Possess keen analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with the capability to understand complex software challenges and collaborate toward viable solutions.
• Effective Communication: Skilled in distilling technical complexities into comprehensible terms for varied audiences.
• Adaptive Nature: Resilience and adaptability in the face of an ever-changing tech landscape, with a knack for rapidly integrating new technologies and methodologies.
• Agile Methodology Experience: An understanding and hands-on experience with agile development methodologies and version control tools.
• Agility in Tech: Demonstrated adaptability in the fast-paced tech landscape, continually embracing and integrating new technologies and methodologies.
• Education: While formal education in Computer Science or related fields is a plus, DefconAI values hands-on experience and demonstrable skills above all. Candidates with 6 years of relevant experience will be considered regardless of their academic pedigree.
• Continuous Learner: A commitment to perpetually update one's skill set, staying aligned with the latest in technology trends and best practices.
  
  

Benefits

• A fully remote, results-based work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and continued learning.
• Occasional travel to our offices in Washington D.C or alternative locations to collaborate with your team in person.
  
  

We're an Equal Opportunity Employer: You'll receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability. www.