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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Engineer - **Company:** Tychon, Inc. - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $165,000.0 - $180,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Cursor (Graphical User Interface Elements), Software Debugging, Distributed Systems, Network Layer, Networking Basics, Network Forensics, Packet Analyzer, Public Key Infrastructure, Secure Coding, Software Deployment, TCP/IP, Rust (Programming Language), Data Logging, GitHub Copilot, ReactJS, Codebase - **Published:** May 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=97c5155d7564db1b ## About the Role Do you have experience in Systems engineering?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Comfortable working in complex, production-grade environments * Able to debug across system, network, and code boundaries * Motivated by mission impact and national security outcomes Expert level knowledge of every language or every part of the product is not required on day one, but the role does require the ability to learn quickly, debug deeply, and apply strong engineering judgment in unfamiliar areas., * 7+ years of experience building and operating production software systems * Strong background in systems, infrastructure, or security engineering * Proficiency in at least one: Go, C++, or Rust * Experience working in complex, multi-component or distributed systems * Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, TLS, sockets) * Experience with concurrent, asynchronous, or high-performance systems * Demonstrated ability to debug complex issues across system and network layers * Experience designing modular architectures, APIs, or service boundaries * Familiarity with secure coding practices and handling sensitive data * Ability to quickly understand and improve large or unfamiliar codebases * Strong communication and documentation skills * Experience using AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Codex, Cursor, or similar tools, with the ability to review, validate, and safely apply generated code., * Experience supporting DoD, Federal, or regulated environments * Familiarity with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) frameworks and Commercial National Security Algorithm Suite (CNSA) requirements * Exposure to FedRAMP, STIG, or similar compliance frameworks * Experience with network traffic analysis, packet capture, or endpoint telemetry * Experience with cryptographic systems, PKI, or certificate lifecycle management * Experience deploying software into air-gapped or controlled environments * Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance * Experience mentoring engineers or contributing to technical leadership * Only full-time employees eligible, * Have you used AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., Copilot, Codex, Cursor)? * Have you worked in a regulated or compliance-driven environment? (e.g., DoD, FedRAMP, financial services)? If yes, identify which environments. * Which of the following are you familiar with? (Identify all that apply) National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) frameworks CNSA 1.0/CNSA 2.0 FedRAMP Cryptographic systems/PKI None of the above Education: * Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: * Go, C++, or Rust: 7 years (Required) * production systems (not academic or personal): 3 years (Required) ## Description * Design, build, and maintain core components of the TQC platform * Develop capabilities for cryptographic discovery, telemetry collection, and compliance reporting * Work across a multi-language stack (Go, C++, Rust, React) * Troubleshoot complex issues involving networking, concurrency, system performance, and distributed components * Enhance platform observability (logging, metrics, diagnostics) for mission environments * Support integration with enterprise and government systems * Participate in architecture, design reviews, and secure development practices * Collaborate with product, security, and domain experts in cryptography and compliance * Ensure software aligns with secure coding standards and regulatory expectations * Use AI-assisted tools responsibly, validating outputs for correctness, security, and reliability ## Related Videos - [Why Your Best Mediors Never Become Seniors (And How to Fix It)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2108-why-your-best-mediors-never-become-seniors-and-how-to-fix-it) - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [Watch Tests Go Brrrr! : Getting Started with Cypress in ReactJS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/282-watch-tests-go-brrrr-getting-started-with-cypress-in-reactjs) - [Getting to Know Your Legacy (System) with AI-Driven Software Archeology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1437-getting-to-know-your-legacy-system-with-ai-driven-software-archeology) - [Turning Container security up to 11 with Capabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/718-turning-container-security-up-to-11-with-capabilities) - [Why your codebase lies to AI?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100281-why-your-codebase-lies-to-ai) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)