Forward Deployed Full Stack Engineer

Forward Deployed Full Stack EngineerLocation: On-Site | Groton, CTWork Authorization: U.S. Citizenship required. No visa sponsorship available.Clearance: Active U.S. Secret Clearance RequiredEmployment Type: Full-time, salaried, with full benefitsThe Company & Mission:Join a mission-driven defense technology company at the forefront of maritime domain awareness and national security innovation. This team is building next-generation platforms that combine artificial intelligence, advanced sensor systems, and real-time data processing to support critical U.S. defense operations.The organization operates with a flat structure, empowering engineers to work directly with leadership and take full ownership of high-impact systems. You'll collaborate across hardware, software, and mission teams to deliver solutions that are actively deployed in operational environments.This is an opportunity to work on real-world systems that directly impact warfighter capabilities - including AI-powered platforms integrated with sonar data and edge-deployed sensor networks.What This Role is All About:As a Forward Deployed Full Stack Engineer, you will work directly with end users and mission stakeholders in operational environments. This is a highly hands-on role combining software engineering, system integration, and field problem-solving. You will own systems end-to-end and ensure they perform reliably in mission-critical conditions.You will build and deploy full-stack applications, integrate real-time and batch data pipelines, and deliver solutions that operate effectively in real-world environments.This is not a traditional software role - you will be expected to operate close to the mission, solve real-world problems quickly, and take full ownership of outcomes.What You'll Be Doing:Build and maintain full-stack application components, including user-facing interfaces and backend servicesDevelop responsive, high-performance UIs using modern frameworks (React, Next.js, TypeScript)Implement and integrate real-time data feeds using technologies such as WebGPUDesign and optimize data models using PostgreSQL and Apache IcebergModify and maintain real-time data pipelines using MQTT and RedpandaBuild and support batch/offline data pipelines using DagsterIntegrate machine learning models and algorithms into production applicationsCollaborate directly with customers and mission stakeholders to solve real-world operational challengesImprove local development environments and CI/CD pipelines using modern tooling (e.g., GitHub Actions)Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve issues in live deployment environmentsWhat You Bring:Strong full-stack engineering experience across frontend and backend systemsExpertise in TypeScript and modern frontend development (React, Next.js)Experience building APIs using Node.js, GraphQL, and/or RESTProficiency with SQL and relational databases (PostgreSQL)Hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)Working knowledge of PythonExperience building and maintaining production-grade systems with a focus on performance and reliabilityAbility to operate in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with high ownershipBonus Points:Experience working with IoT devices, sensors, or edge systemsBackground in digital signal processing (DSP)Experience with geospatial systems or GISFamiliarity working within monoreposPrior experience in defense, national security, or mission-critical environmentsBenefits:Equity participation401(k) retirement planUnlimited paid time off (PTO)Paid parental leavePaid holidaysComprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insuranceShort- and long-term disability coverage