Associate Software Engineer

This is a U.S. based position. All of the programs we support require

U.S. citizenship to be eligible for employment. All work must be conducted within the continental U.S.
Who we are:
Raft ( is a customer-obsessed non-traditional small business with a purposeful focus on Distributed Data Systems, Platforms at Scale, and Complex Application Development, with headquarters in McLean, VA. Our range of clients includes innovative federal and public agencies leveraging design thinking, cutting-edge tech stack, and cloud-native ecosystem. We build digital solutions that impact the lives of millions of Americans.
We're looking for an experienced

Associate Software Engineer

to support our customers and join our passionate team of high-impact problem solvers.
About the role:
As an Associate Software Engineer , you are an integral member of our engineering teams, focusing on building foundational software skills while contributing to various components of our infrastructure. While you are in the early stages of your professional journey, you will work closely with senior members to understand the ins and outs of our software, ensuring that your growth trajectory is on the right path.
What we are looking for:
Minimum 1 year of hands-on experience in the following programming languages: C, C++, Java, JavaScript, and Python
Experience or knowledge in the following areas: agile software development, agile methodologies, agile project management, software project management, defensive cyber operations, software development life cycle management, program/project management, and cross-functional teams
Must possess or have the ability to obtain SAFe for Teams certification
Bachelor's Degree in computer science, software engineering, data science, software development, or STEM-related specialty
Ability to obtain Security+ certification within first 90 days of employment with Raft

Highly preferred:
Exposure to SQL or database concepts

Clearance Requirements:
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Work Type:
Hybrid - Colorado Springs, CO
May require up to 10% travel

Salary Range :
$70,000 - $110,000
The determination of compensation is predicated upon a candidate's comprehensive experience, demonstrated skill, and proven abilities

What we will offer you:
Highly competitive salary
Fully covered healthcare, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) and company match
Take as you need PTO + 11 paid holidays
Education & training benefits
Annual budget for your tech/gadgets needs
Monthly box of yummy snacks to eat while doing meaningful work
Remote, hybrid, and flexible work options
Team off-site in fun places!
Generous Referral Bonuses
And More!

Our Vision Statement:
We bridge the gap between humans and data through radical transparency and our obsession withthemission.
Our Customer Obsession:
We will approach every deliverable like it's a product. We will adopt a customer-obsessed mentality. As we grow, and our footprint becomes larger, teams and employees will treat each other not only as teammates but customers. We must live the customer-obsessed mindset, always. This will help us scale and it will translate to the interactions that our Rafters have with their clients and other product teams that they integrate with. Our culture will enable our success and set us apart from other companies.
How do we get there?
Public-sector modernization is critical for us to live in a better world. We, at Raft, want to innovate and solve complex problems. And, if we are successful, our generation and the ones that follow us will live in a delightful, efficient, and accessible world where out-of-box thinking,and collaboration is a norm.
Raft's core philosophy is Ubuntu: IAm, BecauseWe are . We support our"nadi"by elevating the other Rafters. We work as a hyper collaborative team where each team member brings a unique perspective, adding value that did not exist before. People make Raft special. We celebrate each other and our cognitive and cultural diversity. We are devoted to our practice of innovation and collaboration.
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.