Job Description

Job Title: Software Engineer (TS/SCI Required)

Location: Dayton, OH (Remote but willing to travel)
Clearance: Active TS/SCI required
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

Rackner is seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer to support mission-critical systems in a secure environment. This role involves designing, developing, and deploying cloud-native applications using modern software engineering practices. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to build scalable, resilient, and secure solutions that directly support national defense and intelligence missions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable software solutions using modern programming languages
• Build and deploy cloud-native, containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes
• Develop and maintain microservices-based architectures and RESTful APIs
• Implement event-driven architectures using tools such as Kafka
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices to enable rapid, secure delivery
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile development environment
• Support observability, monitoring, and system performance optimization

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Strong proficiency in one or more modern programming languages:
• Python, Java, C++, JavaScript, or TypeScript
• Experience with front-end frameworks such as:
• Angular, React, or Vue.js
• Experience with backend frameworks such as:
• Flask, Django, or Spring Boot
• Hands-on experience with:
• Docker and Kubernetes
• Helm for Kubernetes deployments
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Strong understanding of:
• Microservices architecture
• RESTful APIs and OpenAPI specifications
• Event-driven systems (e.g., Kafka)

DevSecOps & Engineering Practices

• Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitLab or Jenkins
• Familiarity with GitOps workflows
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
• Terraform and/or Ansible
• Experience working in Agile environments
• Knowledge of observability and monitoring tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD or federal programs
• Familiarity with secure software development practices
• Experience working in highly regulated or classified environments

Benefits & Perks

• Weekly pay
• Professional growth investment, including paid certifications and training
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 6%
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Life and disability insurance
• Home office equipment plan
• A supportive, inclusive team culture focused on collaboration, trust, and mission impact

About Rackner

Rackner is a cloud-native software consultancy delivering solutions for startups, enterprises, and the public sector.

We enable digital transformation through DevSecOps, AI/ML, and cloud-first innovation.

Our teams solve high-impact problems that advance federal missions and strengthen national readiness.

Join us to help shape the future of secure, scalable data systems supporting mission success.