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Rackner, Inc. builds cutting-edge solutions that apply the power of AI and DevSecOps in public and private clouds, leveraging the future of computing capability and technologies su

Senior Technical Lead – R&D Mission Platforms

Location

United States

Posted

6 days ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Senior

Job Description

Senior Technical Lead – R&D Mission Platforms

Rackner

• Lead the design, prototyping, and development of mission-relevant software and platform capabilities • Build backend services, APIs, full-stack applications, and cloud-native components using modern engineering practices • Translate ambiguous mission needs, user workflows, and technical concepts into working software • Support rapid build, demo, feedback, and iteration cycles for R&D initiatives • Collaborate directly with technical leadership, R&D engineers, and stakeholders on architecture and implementation decisions • Participate in technical demos, customer-facing discussions, and mission-focused events • Help shape system design, platform direction, and technical tradeoffs across emerging capabilities • Guide or mentor other engineers through architecture decisions, prototyping efforts, and implementation challenges • Deploy and support applications in cloud-native, containerized, or Kubernetes-based environments • Use modern development workflows, including AI-assisted tools where appropriate, to accelerate prototyping, testing, and delivery • Represent Rackner’s technical work with clarity, professionalism, and credibility in collaborative settings

Job Requirements

  • U.S. citizenship required due to federal contract requirements
  • Professional background developing software systems, backend services, APIs, full-stack applications, or platform capabilities
  • Proficiency with Python, JavaScript / TypeScript, or similar modern programming languages
  • Hands-on knowledge of cloud platforms, containers, Kubernetes, DevSecOps, or cloud-native deployment environments
  • Ability to work independently in ambiguous, prototype-driven, or fast-moving technical settings
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Demonstrated ownership of engineering outcomes from concept through implementation
  • Willingness to travel approximately 15% for R&D events, technical demos, collaboration sessions, or mission-focused engagements

Benefits

  • Company-supported certifications aligned to current and future program work, including cloud, Kubernetes, DevSecOps, security, AI/ML, project management, and related technical areas
  • Clear advancement tracks and future leadership opportunities
  • 401(k) with 100% match up to 6%
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • Home-office equipment plan and remote work support
  • Fitness and wellness reimbursement
  • Weekly pay schedule and modern perks, including team events

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