Mission Software Engineer

Orbital AI

. Serve as the Business Development team’s technical lead throughout the opportunity lifecycle .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $160,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in architecting and delivering large-scale software systems, with a strong focus on AI and machine learning integration. Proven ability to engage stakeholders and translate operational needs into technical solutions within complex environments.

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AI Tools And TechniquesFull-Stack Software DevelopmentAgile DevSecOps PracticesCloud ArchitectureCybersecurity Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Software ArchitectureTechnical DemonstrationsPrototypingInfrastructure As CodeCI/CDMachine LearningTechnical WritingSolution DesignSystems EngineeringApplication Development

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationStakeholder EngagementAdaptabilityMission-Focused MindsetNegotiation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Cloud EnvironmentsEdge ComputingOn-Premises SolutionsAI-Assisted DevelopmentObservability ToolsAutomated TestingCybersecurity ToolsDevSecOps ToolsModel-Based Systems EngineeringModular Open Systems Approaches

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Secret ClearanceTS/SCI Eligibility

Industry Keywords

Defense AcquisitionAuthorization And AccreditationMission-Critical EnvironmentsClassified EnvironmentsOperational Stakeholders

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the Business Development team’s technical lead throughout the opportunity lifecycle
Engage customers and mission users to uncover operational needs, constraints, priorities, and decision criteria
Translate customer requirements into solution concepts, architectures, implementation approaches, and value propositions
Develop technical win strategies and support opportunity qualification and capture decisions
Lead technical demonstrations, prototypes, presentations, white papers, proposals, and solicitation responses
Coordinate with product, engineering, cybersecurity, DevSecOps, and industry partners
Architect mission software across cloud, edge, and on-premises environments
Design for classified, disconnected, intermittent, and bandwidth-limited environments
Shape secure, resilient, scalable, and ATO-ready solutions using Agile delivery, AI-assisted development, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, testing, and observability
Apply artificial intelligence and machine learning to accelerate development and improve decision support
Communicate technical value, architectures, risks, and tradeoffs to technical, operational, acquisition, and executive audiences
Maintain technical continuity through negotiations and opportunity closure
Define reusable solution patterns and technical standards for the mission software portfolio

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field
Active Secret clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI eligibility
Ability to travel up to 25%+ of the time
3+ years of experience applying AI tools and techniques to software development
Experience designing, architecting, and delivering large-scale software systems in complex or mission-critical environments
Strong full-stack software development experience across application, backend, and systems layers
Experience with modern Agile DevSecOps practices, automated CI/CD, cloud architecture, and Infrastructure as Code
Working knowledge of cybersecurity, authorization, and accreditation requirements for defense or highly regulated environments
Experience engaging directly with customers or operational stakeholders
Ability to translate mission and customer needs into technical solutions, architectures, prototypes, and demonstrations
Experience developing and presenting technical materials, proposals, white papers, and technical responses
Strong communication and stakeholder-engagement skills
Mission-focused and adaptable mindset for ambiguous, fast-paced environments
Preferred: experience deploying software in classified, contested, disconnected, or edge environments
Preferred: familiarity with Modular Open Systems Approaches and Model-Based Systems Engineering
Preferred: experience integrating AI or machine learning into operational software systems
Preferred: knowledge of defense acquisition, cybersecurity, and ATO processes
Preferred: experience with warfighters, mission operators, or government technical stakeholders

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salary and opportunities for additional performance-based compensation, where applicable
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% of employee premiums covered by the company
Flexible time-off approach
Flexible, trust-based work environment
Paid company holidays
Collaborative culture focused on innovation, humor, collaboration, and meaningful, high-impact work
Equity grants included in the majority of full-time offers