Company Name: Quest Defense Job Details: $115k-$160k/yrRemoteFull,Time Job Url: https://hiring.cafe/viewjob/jffueeit9cigfhyy Job Description: Posted 18h agoSenior Software Engineer @ Quest DefenseView All JobsWebsiteScottsdale, Arizona, United States$115k-$160k/yrRemoteFull TimeResponsibilities:build services, lead design, ensure reliabilityRequirements Summary:3+ years as a Senior Software Engineer building SaaS services at scale; API-first design; leadership; strong Python/JavaScript/Go/C/C++ skills; knowledge of OSI and data transit; distributed systems; DevOps practices; Kubernetes/Docker; cloud (AWS/GCP/Azure); security and reliability.Technical Tools Mentioned:Python, JavaScript, Go, C/C++, Docker, Kubernetes, Kafka, Redis, AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, ORM, CI/CD, React, APIs If you’re motivated to tackle challenges that matter and be part of something bigger, join us—together, we’re transforming the industry.   Quest Defense Systems and Solutions is seeking    Due to the nature of the project all applicants must be US Citizens. This role can be remote with 20% travel.     Required Qualifications:  3+ years’ experience as a Senior Software Engineer with a strong background in building SaaS services at scale with API first design and demonstrated technical leadership skills  5+ years’ experience writing code in Python, JavaScript, Go and/or C/C++  Knowledge of OSI and data transit from public internet to application  Distributed service orchestration, HA services, and Reliability  Central and Declarative dev ops practices  BA / BS degree with 3+ years of experience (or) MS degree with 2+ years, experience from full stack software development background.    Preferred Qualifications:  Familiarity with AI and machine learning concepts and the ability to collaborate effectively with data scientists and AI engineers  Experience with Docker platform delivery tool or similar  Experience developing distributed systems and implementing them using Kafka, Redis or similar  Experience with Kubernetes architecture  PaaS as a product  Software assemblies and CI/CD frameworks  Experience developing cloud infrastructure services such as AWS, Google Cloud and/or Azure  Knowledge of security, compliance standards, and ZeroTrust strategy Above and Beyond  CDN and static file delivery  Database modeling using ORM and familiar with migration strategies  Experience in modern frontends using JavaScript and/or React  Observability and log aggregation architectures   Private PKI and air gapped solutions.   Why QDSS:   We’re a family-like-company. We are collaborative. We believe in embracing change. We believe in doing consistent good work. EXB houses smart, curious and passionate about “making a difference” people.  Our company culture sets us apart from others as well as:    401k with Employer-Match Contributions  Medical, Dental, and Life coverage  Disability Benefits  Generous compensation structure  Significant opportunities for advancement  Next Generation / Cutting Edge Technology Projects  Certification Assistance Available (Approval Required)  Flexible, Friendly and Fun work environment   About Us  At QDSS, we are more than an engineering company—we are a force for innovation and positive change. With over 25 years of proven expertise in solving mission-critical challenges, we empower our team to push boundaries, combining deep industry knowledge, cutting-edge technology, and a collaborative "think tank" approach.    Our vision is to be the trusted partner of choice for our defense and aerospace clients, delivering secure, sustainable, and world-class solutions that build a brighter future. Full compensation package is based on candidate experience and certificationsPay Ranges$115,000—$160,000 USDAt Quest Defense Systems and Solutions, we don’t just build technology — we engineer the future. From next-generation aerospace solutions to cutting-edge defense systems, we tackle the toughest, mission-critical challenges that keep people safe and push the boundaries of innovation. This is where problem-solvers, innovators, and visionary thinkers come together to shape the future. With over 25 years of aerospace and defense engineering expertise, our commitment to delivering high-quality, transformative solutions sets us apart — not just as an industry leader, but as a driving force for impactful change. Together, we’re not just leading the industry — we’re revolutionizing it.   Quest Defense provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.