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Picogrid is a leading venture-backed defense technology company founded to bridge the decades-long gap between modern technology and the critical demands of national security. Today, we're building the essential infrastructure to unify sensors, autonomy, and operators with our technology deployed in active operations around the world. Our mission is to deliver an operational advantage to secure the United States and its allies.
About this role
Picogrid is seeking Entry Level Software Engineers to join our Legion Platform team. You will design, build, and deploy high-performance, scalable backend systems and integration tools that connect hardware and software systems across all environments and command layers. On the Legion team, your expertise will be critical for solving complex, system-level challenges and advancing a robust platform that is deployed for real-world military missions. This role requires constant innovation and suits an engineer who thrives under pressure and demands their work have immediate, tangible impact on national security.
Required Qualifications
U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
Understanding of APIs, distributed systems, data pipelines, or real-time processing.
Familiarity with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL), object stores (e.g., S3, MinIO), and geospatial tools.
Grasp of HTTP APIs (REST, gRPC, GraphQL) and authentication/authorization models.
History of working directly with end users to build and deliver meaningful software.
Demonstrated ability to operate with urgency, ownership, and high engineering standards.
Past performance in leading or starting extra-curricular projects or clubs.
Preferred Qualifications
Active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.
1+ years of hands-on backend engineering experience in fast-paced, production environments using Go, Python, Rust, C/C++, TypeScript, or similar languages.
Exposure to DOD IL5+, Top Secret, and JWICS environments, including understanding of DOD RMF, FedRAMP, or NIST 800-53.
Experience supporting Golang-based applications in production.
Experience building plugins or integrations for common military command-and-control (C2) platforms (e.g. TAK, Maven, Lattice).
Compensation
Salary range: $100,000 - $130,000
Meaningful stock options
401(k) with employer matching
Full health, dental, and vision coverage
Relocation assistance
Unlimited PTO (two-week minimum) and 11 paid holidays per year
Paid parental leave for both parents
Complimentary in-office lunch & dinner and a fully stocked kitchenette
Free EV charging when working on-site
Picogrid El Segundo, California, USA Office
El Segundo, CA, United States
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