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Lavendo

Forward Deployed Engineer, Defense Tech (SJ)

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about 10 hours ago
San Jose, CA, USAMid Level / Senior

Base Salary

$165k - $220k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Deploy software solutions in the field for defense, government, and industrial customers.
  • Diagnose and resolve technical problems on-site, including networking and hardware issues.
  • Act as the company's ambassador, representing it at the executive and commander level.
  • Collaborate with a core engineering team to address real-world challenges.
  • Cycle between customer sites and the office to gather feedback and iterate on solutions.

Requirements

  • U.S. citizenship and active Secret clearance or eligibility to obtain one.
  • 3-5 years of hands-on software engineering experience in field environments.
  • Strong Linux fundamentals and networking knowledge applicable in disconnected environments.
  • Proficiency in at least one low-level language (C, Rust) and comfort in Android/Java.
  • Experience in embedded systems, defense tech, robotics, or similar fields.
  • Willingness to travel 35-50% domestically from San Jose, CA.

Benefits

  • Meaningful equity in an early-stage company with significant funding.
  • $165,000–$220,000 base salary plus competitive equity and unlimited PTO.
  • Direct access to leadership in a small company environment.
  • Opportunity to work on mission-critical infrastructure and defense systems.