# Defense Software Engineer

**Company:** [Applied Intuition](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/applied-intuition)
**Location:** Washington, DC
**Role:** Fullstack Engineering
**Salary:** $140k – $180k/yr
**Experience:** 3+ years
**Skills:** C++, Python, Software Engineering, Operating Systems, Hardware Integration, System Deployment, System Integration
**Posted:** 2026-05-25

> Software Engineer working with defense customers to integrate and deploy vehicle intelligence platforms (autonomy, OS, tools) into military environments. Requires 3+ years experience, strong C++/Python skills, and U.S. Secret clearance eligibility.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Work directly with defense and government customers to deploy, integrate, and operationalize Applied Intuition's vehicle intelligence products in military and government environments
- Tackle a broad range of technical challenges, including software engineering, operating system configuration, system deployment, and hardware integration
- Bridge customer-built systems and Applied's solutions to deliver tangible value
- Design and implement scalable, consistent approaches for customer engagement and project execution
- Develop architectural solutions that improve consistency and scalability across projects
- Collaborate with internal engineering, product, and customer teams to ensure successful outcomes
- Take ownership of technical outcomes and drive projects to completion, adapting to changing requirements and priorities

## Requirements
- 3+ years professional software engineering experience
- Strong engineering background (preferred in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering)
- Strong coder with demonstrated proficiency in C++ and Python
- Broad technical experience across software engineering, operating systems, and some hardware
- Experience supporting integration and deployment of complex systems
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to thrive in highly ambiguous, rapidly evolving operational environments
- Excellent communication skills and customer problem-solving focus
- U.S. Citizen; must hold or be eligible for U.S. Secret security clearance

## Nice-to-Haves
- Experience with defense/government customers or DOD platforms
- Experience with autonomy stacks or vehicle intelligence platforms

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