Software Engineer (SWE), Level 2

An active TS//SCI clearance with polygraph is required for this role

Hey!

Bitwise is a leading provider of mission-focused intelligence solutions that advance national security for the Intelligence Community and Department of Defense. We're a small and growing company, so you can expect to hop in on the ground floor with us and be a consequential member of the team. You'll be more than a contract performer for us — you'll also be asked for ideas to improve our company and improve your career, and you'll contribute to our team culture. We value growth and community above almost all else, so we gather regularly for game nights, happy hours, tech talks, and plenty more. We think you'll like it here!

Remember, Bitwise is not a cult.

What We Look For

Bitwise hires talented engineers who are driven by purpose and who value a culture of technical excellence, growth, and overall wellness. We deliver new and innovative intelligence solutions to our customers at the very forefront of our country's national security missions. And we do it every single day. Our work matters, and so will you.

We ask that every new hire be able to:

• Contribute meaningful thought leadership — if not right away, over time
• Interact with our customers and earn their confidence in your abilities
• Be detailed, even if that means taking a little more time to get it right
• Contribute their ideas and ideals to improve all aspects of our company
• Allow us to invest in their education so we both grow together
• Know and live our core values every single day

About this Role

You will join our Platform Team as a Software Engineer, playing a critical role in shaping the infrastructure that powers mission-critical services. Working at the intersection of infrastructure, automation, and cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence, you'll build robust, government-aligned services in an AWS environment. You'll be part of a diverse group of engineers tackling everything from large-scale Git repository management to the development of sophisticated agentic AI workflows.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code using Terraform within a government-aligned AWS stack
• Create and optimize CI/CD pipelines to streamline deployments and automate testing across multiple environments
• Utilize Kubernetes and Rancher to manage containerized workloads and orchestrate infrastructure components
• Develop Python-based applications and tools to support agentic data processing and improve AI usage for other developers
• Collaborate with partner teams to gather requirements and deliver custom solutions that adhere to strict security and compliance protocols
• Execute automated agentic triage workflows, moving from initial issue discovery to logging and final code analysis delivery

You'll be dedicated to improving architecture, performance, and health metrics across all infrastructure components while ensuring seamless developer workflows. Your work will empower our customers by designing systems that allow them to achieve their goals with maximum reliability and security.

Requirements

• 8 years of professional experience, OR a B.S. in a technical discipline plus 4 additional years of experience
• Production-grade experience with Kubernetes and Rancher for infrastructure management
• Solid knowledge of Python for application development and automation scripting
• Moderate experience with Linux systems and development
• Knowledge of Git best practices and comprehensive experience with CI/CD methodologies
• Understanding of Cloud Systems Architecture design and principles
• Active TS//SCI clearance with polygraph

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of Elasticsearch for log management and analytics
• Experience with AWS infrastructure design or relevant AWS certifications
• Experience with automated certificate management systems
• Kafka topic usage
• Prometheus/Grafana metrics tracking and dashboard usage

️ Benefits at Bitwise

• Top salaries because we're top performers
• Pick your PTO — Everyone values time and money differently, so we give you the flexibility to choose between 3 and 5 weeks of PTO with a corresponding adjustment to your pay. Your choice, your balance.
• All 11 federal holidays, paid!
• Up to 2 snow days, paid!
• We'll quadruple (4x!) the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k), giving you up to a 24% company match. Contributing less than 6%? Unclaimed matches come right back to you as extra income, giving you a guaranteed 24% that goes to your retirement, to your paycheck, or both. C'mon now!
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances. That's a lot. Already covered on health insurance? No problem — we'll trade you this benefit for a boost to your salary instead.
• $5,250 annual education assistance for training, certifications, tuition, and even student loan repayments.
• Spot bonuses for obtained certifications, customer recognition, and just about anything else that makes us go "Hot damn!". We hope to say that many times about you.

Salary Range

$230,000 – $271,000

This range includes our flex income and depends upon your annual work hours.

Salary is determined on an individual basis following the interview process and considering various factors such as years of experience, skills, education, and certifications.

️ What to Expect After Applying

You'll get an email from us right away to acknowledge your application. After that, we'll:

• Send over additional company materials for you to review
• Schedule a video call to talk about you, our company, and your place in it
• Craft a delightful offer package for you and record a video walkthrough
• Work closely with you through onboarding. We'll keep it joyful and easy.

️ Disclaimers

Bitwise is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Compensation for this position, including all compensation options, will be determined on an individual basis following the interview process.

If you require accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please reach out to us.