Backend Software Engineer - Data Platform

Vannevar Labs

Remote, US
Base: $150,000 - $215,000; bonus/equity: equity in...
Remote
7+ years building data platform primitives
Experience with storage retrieval and processing pipelines
Strong system design skills for scalability and reliability
Vannevar Labs is seeking a Backend Software Engineer for their Data Platform team, which is responsible for critical data infrastructure within a defense technology context. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in building data platforms and possess strong system design skills, with an emphasis on security and collaboration

Job Summary

  • Vannevar is a defense technology company building agentic AI to deter adversaries and simulate campaigns in the Indo-Pacific.
  • The Data Platform team builds foundational infrastructure including pipelines, search, and identity systems used across 10+ products.
  • The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $150,000 to $215,000 plus equity and comprehensive benefits like unlimited PTO.

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Vannevar Labs is seeking a Backend Software Engineer for their Data Platform team, which is responsible for critical data infrastructure within a defense technology context. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in building data platforms and possess strong system design skills, with an emphasis on security and collaboration.

Salary

Base: $150,000 - $215,000; Bonus/Equity: Equity included; Benefits: 401K match, health/dental/vision, unlimited PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years building data platform primitives
  • Experience with storage retrieval and processing pipelines
  • Strong system design skills for scalability and reliability
  • Security-first mindset for DoD environments
  • Cross-team technical leadership experience

Nice-to-have

  • Ability to influence architecture across the company
  • Experience standardizing shared infrastructure
  • Clear communication of complex technical concepts
  • Mission impact and user empathy focus

Key Requirements

  • 7+ years hands-on experience in data platform engineering
  • U.S. Person status required for access to sensitive data systems

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. Person

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