About the company
Raft is a customer-obsessed non-traditional defense tech company dedicated to empowering U.S. military and government agencies with cutting-edge AI/ML and data solutions. We are a leader in autonomous data fusion and Agentic AI, with a purposeful focus on Distributed Data Systems, Platforms at Scale, and Complex Application Development. With headquarters in McLean, VA, our range of clients includes innovative federal and public agencies leveraging design thinking, cutting-edge tech stack, and cloud-native ecosystem. We build digital solutions that impact the lives of millions of Americans.
About the role
Senior Engineers on our Distributed Systems team focus on building data platforms that centralize data access for various user types. You'll work on Raft’s Raft Data Platform product line by working with operators to find use cases, onboard datasets, and work with our team to develop new features. This role involves data engineering expertise and working with industry recognized OSS tools used in most Data Science environments. As a Data Engineer, you'll collaborate with Technical SMEs and government stakeholders to build, configure, and deploy next-generation data platforms for mission-critical needs.
Requirements
- Experience with backend languages such as Java, Go, Python
- Experience using Kafka and Delta Lake
- Educational background in STEM (CS/EE/Math, etc.)
- Knowledge of current trends in Data Engineering, Data Streaming, and Data Search
- Hands-on knowledge of common DoD datasets and expertise in transforming them
- Ability to understand broad requirements, break them into smaller tasks, and build POCs to demonstrate feasibility
- Highly preferred: Hands-on experience with Trino and/or DuckDB, Experience building quick POCs, Understanding of operational trade-offs between COTS products and their OSS alternatives, Knowledge of DoD Data Sets
- Active TS/SCI required
Conditions
- Onsite Dayton, OH
- May require up to 25% travel to both CONUS and OCONUS locations (Must possess a valid, active US passport with at least six months validity beyond intended period of employment to facilitate international travel and meet security requirements for government contracts.)
- Salary Range: $120,000 - $180,000
- Highly competitive salary
- Fully covered healthcare, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) and company match
- Take as you need PTO + 11 paid holidays
- Education & training benefits
- Annual budget for your tech/gadgets needs
- Generous Referral Bonuses