Associate Software Engineer at Raft Company Website

At Raft, we are driven by a mission to modernize the public sector and bridge the gap between humans and data. Based in McLean, Virginia, we operate as a customer-obsessed team dedicated to building distributed data systems and scalable platforms that impact millions of lives. We believe in radical transparency and the philosophy that we succeed only when we elevate one another. By joining us, you will help create a more efficient and accessible world through innovative, cloud-native digital solutions.

The role

We are looking for a junior-level Associate Software Engineer to join our team on a full-time basis. This is a hybrid position based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, that requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to work within the continental United States. As an early-career engineer, you will work alongside senior team members to contribute to our infrastructure while growing your technical expertise in a collaborative, high-impact environment.

Core responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build and maintain foundational software components.
• Apply agile methodologies to support the software development life cycle and project management goals.
• Engage in continuous learning and professional development to master our tech stack and contribute to complex application development.

Skills and experience

To be successful in this role, you should have at least one year of hands-on experience with C, C++, Java, JavaScript, and Python. We require a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, data science, or a related STEM field. You must also have the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance, a SAFe for Teams certification, and a Security+ certification within your first 90 days. We highly value candidates with exposure to database concepts or SQL.

Compensation and benefits

The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $110,000, with final compensation determined by your specific experience and demonstrated skills. We support our team with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Flexible work location and hybrid work arrangements.

How to apply

If you are passionate about solving complex problems and want to contribute to meaningful public-sector modernization, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application to be considered for this opportunity to join our team of dedicated problem solvers.