Sr. Full-Stack Cloud/On-Prem Software Engineer

Job Description: This role supports the next-generation cloud infrastructure behind Ground-Truth™-an AI-native cybersecurity and data observability platform designed to continuously monitor large-scale enterprise environments and detect anomalies, zero-day threats, and previously unknown activity. We are seeking a hands-on Senior Full-Stack Cloud Software Engineer to design, build, and scale cloud-native applications and services across frontend/backend services, REST APIs, user-facing capabilities, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), Kubernetes, CI/CD, and distributed systems. You will work across cloud infrastructure, distributed systems, cybersecurity, AI, and DevSecOps while helping build both customer-facing cybersecurity platform capabilities and internal DevSecOps/infrastructure tooling. Job ResponsibilitiesCloud-Native Architecture & Development: Design and build scalable cloud-native applications and services on OCI. Full-Stack Workflows & API Design: Develop frontend and backend services, REST APIs, service-to-service integrations, authentication, and data flows for cybersecurity and data-intensive workflows. User-Facing Capabilities: Build intuitive user-facing capabilities and full-stack workflows where needed. Containerization & DevSecOps: Package and deploy services using containers, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and DevSecOps practices. Platform Performance & Observability: Improve application performance, reliability, scalability, and system observability. Software Craftsmanship: Write clean, testable, maintainable production-grade software. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cybersecurity, AI/ML, platform engineering, and product teams.

Job QualificationsSoftware Engineering Experience: Strong software engineering background building production-grade applications. Backend Development: Strong backend development experience using Python, Rust, Java, TypeScript, or similar languages. APIs & Distributed Systems: Direct experience building REST APIs, microservices, and distributed systems. Modern Web Development: Frontend experience using JavaScript/TypeScript and modern web frameworks such as React. Data Stores: Proficiency working with SQL and/or NoSQL data stores. Cloud & DevOps Infrastructure: Hands-on experience with containers, Kubernetes, CI/CD, Ansible, networking, and secure cloud-native development. Preferred Job QualificationsCloud Platforms: Experience with OCI (Oracle Cloud Infrastructure) or other major cloud platforms.

Domain Experience: Prior experience with cybersecurity platforms or security-product development. High-Volume Telemetry: Experience with high-volume telemetry, streaming, or data-intensive platforms. Kubernetes Deployment: Advanced experience with Kubernetes and cloud-native application deployment. AI/ML Integration: Exposure to AI/ML product integration. Enterprise & Government Environments: Experience building software for enterprise, OT/SCADA, or government environments. High-Growth Settings: Experience working in high-growth, transformation, or private equity-backed environments.

Job DetailsJob Type: Contract

Location: Remote (Must reside in the United States)

Pay Rate Range: $90-$120/hour Due to government contract requirements, this position is restricted to U.S. Citizens, Green Card Holder or Permanent Residential only.

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive compensation, comprehensive health plan options (Medical, Dental, Vision), 401(k) program, pre-tax commuter benefits, and Paid Time Off (PTO). (Note: W2 is our standard employment structure; 1099 arrangements may be supported upon request for candidates with required business insurance.) About ProtingentProtingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation - from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.