Software Engineer - Bitwise : Job Details

Hey! Bitwise is a leading provider of mission-focused intelligence solutions that advance national security for the Intelligence Community and Department of Defense. We're a small and growing company, so you can expect to hop in on the ground floor with us and be a consequential member of the team. You'll be more than a contract performer for us - you'll also be asked for ideas to improve our company and improve your career, and you'll contribute to our team culture. We value growth and community above almost all else, so we gather regularly for game nights, happy hours, tech talks, and plenty more. We think you'll like it here! But remember, Bitwise is not a cult. What We Look For Bitwise hires talented engineers who are driven by purpose and who value a culture of technical excellence, growth, and overall wellness. We deliver new and innovative intelligence solutions to our customers at the very forefront of our country's national security missions. And we do it every single day. Our work matters, and so will you. We ask that every new hire be able to:

• Contribute meaningful thought leadership - if not right away, over time
• Interact with our customers and earn their confidence in your abilities
• Be detailed, even if that means taking a little more time to get it right
• Contribute their ideas and ideals to improve all aspects of our company
• Allow us to invest in their education so we both grow together
• Know and live our core values every single day

About this Role You will act as a Front-End Engineer on the ETPG/EAP Discovery Analytics Team. You will play a pivotal role in rapidly building a variety of specialized tools and tradecraft to enhance the CNO mission. Your responsibilities will include developing innovative solutions for scalable data visualization and custom workflow improvement through a flexible technology stack. The DAT teams foster an environment that values meticulous attention to detail and craftsmanship, where your contributions have a tangible impact on enhancing user experiences and critical mission success. The ideal candidate should thrive in this dynamic setting, collaborating closely with a diverse group of users, actively participating in exciting operations, and deriving satisfaction from observing users effectively utilize the tools they create.

• Work closely with the team to understand and address the UI needs of analysts and operators.
• Develop and maintain user-facing web apps for data visualizations, task automation, and workflow enhancements.
• Independently drive projects and proposals, taking ownership of the entire development lifecycle.
• Design, architect, and implement robust and scalable software solutions that align with project objectives and requirements.
• Continuously improve and optimize the existing codebase and documentation to ensure high performance and maintainability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for tool optimization and emergent technologies.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph. Candidates without a current clearance will not be considered.
• Expertise in front-end technologies including the React ecosystem for creating user interfaces and experience using high-level web frameworks where appropriate.
• Strong grasp of scalable, maintainable, and performance front-end architectures and patterns like state management and responsive design principles, with the ability to evaluate and implement the best fit for project needs.
• Proven track record of willingness to adapt quickly on the job and ability to learn about internal systems and problems distinctive to the CNO mission.
• Exposure to modern version control and devops tooling like Git and containerization.
• Problem-solving mindset and a passion for delivering quality, people-centric solutions.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and twelve (12) years' experience OR
• Four (4) additional year's of relevant experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree
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Preferred Skills and Experience

• React ecosystem (Vite, Tanstack Query, Tailwind CSS, Redux, etc.)
• Data visualization libraries (Chart.js, D3.js, Recharts)
• Relational databases (MySQL, SQLite, Postgres)
• Elasticsearch
• Django
• Docker, Kubernetes
• WebSockets or real-time data handling frameworks
• Redis
• Prior experience within CNO
• XP/Agile software development
• CI/CD
• Linux (CentOS/RHEL)
• Cloud Services (S3, EC2, RDS)
• XKS
• Software reverse engineering

Benefits at Bitwise

• Top salaries because we're top performers
• Pick your PTO - Everyone values time and money differently, so we give you the flexibility to choose between 3 and 5 weeks of PTO with a corresponding adjustment to your pay. Your choice, your balance.
• All 11 federal holidays, paid!
• Up to 2 snow days, paid!
• We'll quadruple (4x!) the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k), giving you up to a 24% company match. Contributing less than 6%? Unclaimed matches come right back to you as extra income, giving you a guaranteed 24% that goes to your retirement, to your paycheck, or both. C'mon now!
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances. That's a lot. Already covered on health insurance? No problem - we'll trade you this benefit for a boost to your salary instead.
• $5,250 annual education assistance for training, certifications, tuition, and even student loan repayments.
• Spot bonuses for obtained certifications, customer recognition, and just about anything else that makes us go Hot damn! . We hope to say that many times about you.

Pay Range This position is hourly. We estimate you'll earn between $240,000 and $330,000 annually, including our flex income, depending upon your annual work hours. What to expect after applying You'll get an email from us right away to acknowledge your application. After that, we'll:

• Send over additional company materials for you to review
• Schedule a video call to talk about you, our company, and your place in it
• Craft a delightful offer package for you and record a video walkthrough
• Work closely with you through onboarding. We'll keep it joyful and easy.

Disclaimers Bitwise is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Compensation for this position, including all compensation options, will be determined on an individual basis following the interview process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact our excellent Head of Growth and Talent Acquisition, Janine Hunter, at [email protected] for assistance.