Software Engineer - Backend

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 Us

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 full-time Software Engineer with experience in a wide range of Backend systems technologies including C#, SQL, Docker, Linux and cloud technologies to join our company in its next phase of growth.  Primary job responsibilities will be resolving defects in existing software by implementing features and resolving bugs.

Responsibilities 

• Develop and implement processes and systems to ensure product sustainability and reliability
• Resolve software bug/defect tickets.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience developing within .NET/.NET Core in C# and Visual Studio
• Familiar with Unit Testing, Mocking, & Continuous Integration
• Strong understanding of design patterns and when best to apply them
• Ability to create and maintain system code and documentation
• Demonstrated ability to write backend code interfacing with SQL
• Familiarity with Docker
• Possess keen analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated adaptability in the fast-paced tech landscape, continually embracing and integrating new technologies and methodologies.
• Ability to work with many technology stacks and languages
• While formal education in Computer Science or related fields is a plus, Defcon AI values hands-on experience and demonstrable skills above all. Candidates with 6+ years of relevant experience will be considered regardless of their academic pedigree.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with PostgreSQL
• Experience with Kubernetes
• Experience with AWS cloud services, especially ECR, EKS, and CodeArtifact
• Experience in Github Actions or CI/CD systems in general
• Experience with Entity Framework (EF)

Benefits 

• Career track opportunity with potential for rapid advancement with strong performance as the firm grows. 
• 100% employer paid, comprehensive health care including medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
• Flexible work environment with in-person & remote options.
• Paid maternity and paternity for 14 weeks at employees' normal pay.
• Unlimited PTO, with management approval.
• Opportunities for professional development and continued learning.
• Optional 401K, FSA, and equity incentives available. 

Salary Range: $108,000-$130,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience, skills, and other factors.

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