Software Engineer (Full Stack/Backend Focus)

Hey! Bitwise is a leading provider of mission-focused intelligence solutions that advance national security for the Intelligence Community and Department of Defense. We’re a small and growing company, so you can expect to hop in on the ground floor with us and be a consequential member of the team.

You'll be more than a contract performer for us – you’ll also be asked for ideas to improve our company and improve your career, and you’ll contribute to our team culture. We value growth and community above almost all else, so we gather regularly for game nights, happy hours, tech talks, and plenty more. We think you’ll like it here!

Remember, Bitwise is not a cult. What We Look For Bitwise hires talented engineers who are driven by purpose and who value a culture of technical excellence, growth, and overall wellness. We deliver new and innovative intelligence solutions to our customers at the very forefront of our country’s national security missions.

And we do it every single day. Our work matters, and so will you. We ask that every new hire be able to: • Contribute meaningful thought leadership — if not right away, over time • Interact with our customers and earn their confidence in your abilities • Be detailed, even if that means taking a little more time to get it right • Contribute their ideas and ideals to improve all aspects of our company • Allow us to invest in their education so we both grow together • Know and live our core values every single day About this Role We are looking for a backend software engineer on a fast-moving team supporting a microservice ecosystem with several UIs.

The tech stack is very modern including streaming and containerization. Project management is done using feature driven development. The team is highly collaborative, and engineers are encouraged to help drive system design.

Customer interaction is also very common and therefore you will be close to the mission. Responsibilities will include: • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph. Candidates without a current clearance will not be considered.

• Develop and maintain Java microservice web applications. • Work closely with tech lead on technical decisions and product roadmap. • Resolve challenging software engineering design problems.
• Interact with the customer to resolve issues and propose new features. • Support testing and deployment of production applications. Requirements • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Experience with design, debugging, and problem solving with Java. • Experience with RESTful web application experience. • Exoerience with Spring Boot.
• Experience with interacting with MongoDB or similar database technology. • Experience with automated testing. • Eight (8) years with a Bachelor’s or four (4) additional years without the degree.
• Don't quite meet these requirements? Peep our other prime positions Preferred Skills • Full stack experience including UI development with JavaScript. • Experience developing with Python.
• Experience with Apache Kafka. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Experience with Linux administration.
• Experience with automated build tools, continuous integration, and continuous deployment. ️ Benefits at Bitwise • Top salaries because we're top performers • Pick your PTO – Everyone values time and money differently, so we give you the flexibility to choose between 3 and 5 weeks of PTO with a corresponding adjustment to your pay. Your choice, your balance.
• All 11 federal holidays, paid! • Up to 2 snow days, paid! • We’ll quadruple (4x!) the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k), giving you up to a 24% company match.

Contributing less than 6%? Unclaimed matches come right back to you as extra income, giving you a guaranteed 24% that goes to your retirement, to your paycheck, or both. C’mon now!

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances. That’s a lot. Already covered on health insurance?

No problem – we’ll trade you this benefit for a boost to your salary instead. • $5,250 annual education assistance for training, certifications, tuition, and even student loan repayments. • Spot bonuses for obtained certifications, customer recognition, and just about anything else that makes us go "Hot damn!".

We hope to say that many times about you. Salary Range We estimate you'll earn between $200,000 and $250,000 annually, including our flex income, depending upon your annual work hours. Salary is determined on an individual basis following the interview process and considering various factors such as years of experience, skills, education, and certifications.

️ What to expect after applying You'll get an email from us right away to acknowledge your application. After that, we'll: • Send over additional company materials for you to review • Schedule a video call to talk about you, our company, and your place in it • Craft a delightful offer package for you and record a video walkthrough • Work closely with you through onboarding. We’ll keep it joyful and easy.

ℹ️ Disclaimers Bitwise is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Compensation for this position, including all compensation options, will be determined on an individual basis following the interview process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact our excellent Head of Growth and Talent Acquisition, Janine Hunter, at janine.hunter@bitwise.tech for assistance.

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