Software Engineer - Workshop

ABOUT THE ROLE

Second Front Systems (2F) is seeking an ambitious and visionary DevOps Engineer to join our mission-driven team. We are a dynamic, fast-growing entrepreneurial company at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and national security, committed to delivering transformative solutions that empower our nation’s defenders. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a company that is redefining the way software is delivered and secured in the defense sector.

At 2F, we thrive on innovation and purpose, combining a startup’s agility with a clear mission to support national security. You'll work on Workshop, our newest product, that delivers DevSecOps tools within an accredited environment, ensuring our clients software is optimized for regulated government networks from day one. If you’re ready to contribute to a team that values ingenuity, collaboration, and impact, we want to hear from you.

As a Software Engineer at Second Front Systems, you’ll work hands-on with GitLab and CI/CD pipelines, configuring and maintaining workflows to ensure efficient and reliable integration and delivery processes. You’ll automate templates to streamline operations and build optimized Docker images using libraries. Additionally, you’ll leverage your Kubernetes expertise to manage secure and scalable deployments. This role offers the opportunity to work on technically challenging projects that drive the success of Workshop. 

Skills You’ll Bring to Our Team

- Configuring and maintaining CI/CD pipelines in GitLab to ensure efficient and reliable integration and delivery processes.

- Develop and Maintain backend services and automation tools using Go, Rust, Python and Bash. 

- Expert in automating templates in GitLab to optimize workflows and enhance operational efficiency.

- Experienced in building and optimizing Docker images using libraries to support deployment needs.

- Proficient in managing Kubernetes environments to enable secure, scalable, and reliable deployments.

- Strong commitment to documenting applications and process you create

Preferred Qualifications

- 4-7 years of relevant experience 

- Proficiency in Go, Rust, Python, Bash, and Typescript

- Certified AWS Solutions Architect and/ or Azure Solutions Architect

- Experience in systems administration, systems or software engineering, and/ or computer science

- Experience with containerization ( Docker) and building optimized images

- Strong interest in matters of national security

- Experience working in a startup environment

- Ability to adopt, create and iterate on changing procedures

Success at 2F Looks Like

- Viewing obstacles as opportunities for growth

- Having a bias toward action and tangible, measurable results

- Striving to be both compassionate and direct with your feedback

Perks & Benefits

This role is full time.  As a public benefit corporation, we’re a team of purpose-driven trailblazers transforming the future of U.S. national security. We hire the best to do their best and, as such, we are committed to providing the perks and benefits you need to be successful—both in- and outside the workplace.

We offer you:

- Competitive Salary

- 100% Healthcare, vision and dental coverage

- 401(k) + 3% company contribution

- Wellness perks (Fitness classes, mental health resources)

- Equity incentive plan

- Tech + office supplies stipend

- Annual professional development stipend

- Flexible paid time off + federal holidays off

- Parental leave

- Work from anywhere

- Referral Bonus

Visit our careers page to learn more.

Please note that all official communications will come from @secondfront.com email addresses. If you are contacted by anyone claiming to represent Second Front and are unsure of their authenticity, please do not provide any personal/financial information and contact us immediately at security@secondfront.com.

If you believe you are the target of a scam in the US, please report it to the Federal Trade Commission at: https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/#/. In Europe, please contact the European Anti-Fraud Office at: https://anti-fraud.ec.europa.eu/olaf-and-you/report-fraud_en

WHO WE ARE

At Second Front Systems (2F), we equip defense and national security professionals for long-term, continuous competition for access to emerging technologies. Founded by two former U.S. Marines with firsthand experience of the dangers outdated technology poses in combat, our team is dedicated to fast-tracking government access to disruptive, commercially-proven technology for U.S. national security missions. 

Our Game Warden product, a fully managed and compliant DevSecOps platform, accelerates the process for accrediting software as a service (SaaS) applications for government use.

Learn how 2F can help you make an impact on national security missions at www.secondfront.com

ONE LAST THING…

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.