Senior Software Engineer

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This role involves building SaaS services at scale with API design and provides opportunities to work on next-generation technology projects.

If you’re motivated to tackle challenges that matter and be part of something bigger, join us—together, we’re transforming the industry.  

Quest Defense Systems and Solutions is seeking 

 

Due to the nature of the project all applicants must be US Citizens. This role can be remote with 20% travel.  

 

Required Qualifications: 

  • 3+ years’ experience as a Senior Software Engineer with a strong background in building SaaS services at scale with API first design and demonstrated technical leadership skills 
  • 5+ years’ experience writing code in Python, JavaScript, Go and/or C/C++ 
  • Knowledge of OSI and data transit from public internet to application 
  • Distributed service orchestration, HA services, and Reliability 
  • Central and Declarative dev ops practices 
  • BA / BS degree with 3+ years of experience (or) MS degree with 2+ years, experience from full stack software development background. 

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Familiarity with AI and machine learning concepts and the ability to collaborate effectively with data scientists and AI engineers 
  • Experience with Docker platform delivery tool or similar 
  • Experience developing distributed systems and implementing them using Kafka, Redis or similar 
  • Experience with Kubernetes architecture 
  • PaaS as a product 
  • Software assemblies and CI/CD frameworks 
  • Experience developing cloud infrastructure services such as AWS, Google Cloud and/or Azure 
  • Knowledge of security, compliance standards, and ZeroTrust strategy Above and Beyond 
  • CDN and static file delivery 
  • Database modeling using ORM and familiar with migration strategies 
  • Experience in modern frontends using JavaScript and/or React 
  • Observability and log aggregation architectures  
  • Private PKI and air gapped solutions. 

 Why QDSS:  

We’re a family-like-company. We are collaborative. We believe in embracing change. We believe in doing consistent good work. EXB houses smart, curious and passionate about “making a difference” people.  Our company culture sets us apart from others as well as:   

  • 401k with Employer-Match Contributions 
  • Medical, Dental, and Life coverage 
  • Disability Benefits 
  • Generous compensation structure 
  • Significant opportunities for advancement 
  • Next Generation / Cutting Edge Technology Projects 
  • Certification Assistance Available (Approval Required) 
  • Flexible, Friendly and Fun work environment 

 About Us 

At QDSS, we are more than an engineering company—we are a force for innovation and positive change. With over 25 years of proven expertise in solving mission-critical challenges, we empower our team to push boundaries, combining deep industry knowledge, cutting-edge technology, and a collaborative "think tank" approach.  

 
Our vision is to be the trusted partner of choice for our defense and aerospace clients, delivering secure, sustainable, and world-class solutions that build a brighter future. 

Full compensation package is based on candidate experience and certifications

Pay Ranges
$115,000$160,000 USD

At Quest Defense Systems and Solutions, we don’t just build technology — we engineer the future. From next-generation aerospace solutions to cutting-edge defense systems, we tackle the toughest, mission-critical challenges that keep people safe and push the boundaries of innovation. This is where problem-solvers, innovators, and visionary thinkers come together to shape the future. With over 25 years of aerospace and defense engineering expertise, our commitment to delivering high-quality, transformative solutions sets us apart — not just as an industry leader, but as a driving force for impactful change. Together, we’re not just leading the industry — we’re revolutionizing it.

 

Quest Defense provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Education Stipend: 401k with Employer-Match Contributions
  • Flexible Work Hours: Flexible, Friendly and Fun work environment
  • Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Life coverage
  • Other Benefit: Disability Benefits
  • Paid Time Off: Significant opportunities for advancement

Quest Defense is an engineering services company offering end-to-end engineering solutions across aerospace product development, product lifecycle management including aftermarket and supply chain, and digital transformation for our customers. We help our customers accelerate product development and innovation cycles, create alternate revenue streams, enhance consumer experience and make manufacturing processes, operations & supply chain more efficient. With our expertise in Mechanical Engineering, Electronics and Embedded Systems, Enterprise and Product Engineering software, we support aero systems, avionics, airframes and cabin systems. With over 25 years of operation, we bring comprehensive knowledge of Aerospace & Defense engineering and manufacturing techniques, program management, customer support, and compliance requirements.

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$115,000 – $160,000 per year
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