Forward Deployed Engineer at Strider Technologies

Tysons, Virginia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • 3+ years of professional software engineering experience, with a focus on full-stack or systems-level development
  • Proficiency in Python, Java, or similar languages
  • Experience with distributed systems, cloud infrastructure (AWS preferred), APIs, and modern front-end frameworks
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to rapidly prototype, iterate, and deploy in fast-paced environments
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in ambiguous or evolving mission contexts
  • Willingness to travel 30–70% of the time based on mission requirements
  • Active U.S. security clearance (TS/SCI) or eligibility to obtain one strongly preferred

Responsibilities

  • Architect, develop, and deploy mission-aligned software solutions in government and commercial environments
  • Collaborate with operators, analysts, and executives to translate evolving requirements into actionable technical outcomes
  • Integrate Strider’s platform with diverse data sources, internal workflows, and external IT systems
  • Build custom applications, features, and data pipelines that unlock insights from unstructured, multi-lingual datasets
  • Serve as Strider’s technical lead in the field, owning project outcomes from inception to implementation
  • Prototype quickly and iterate continuously, adapting to high-priority demands and real-time feedback
  • Provide critical field insights to inform and influence Strider’s internal product roadmap

Skills

Python
Java
AWS
Distributed Systems
APIs
Full-stack Development

Strider Technologies

Strategic intelligence using AI insights

About Strider Technologies

Strider Technologies provides strategic intelligence services that help organizations enhance their technology and innovation efforts. The company uses open source data and artificial intelligence to convert publicly available information into valuable insights. Strider serves a diverse range of clients, including those in the public, research, and academic sectors, by offering actionable data that helps them identify risks and seize opportunities in a competitive global landscape. One of Strider's key products is Shield, which integrates with existing security systems to deliver focused analysis of security events and proactive defense measures. The company updates its database monthly to ensure clients have access to the latest information, setting it apart from competitors by providing timely and relevant insights tailored to critical organizational needs.

Salt Lake City, UtahHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$110.9MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Consulting, Cybersecurity, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
Company Equity Options
Flexible Paid Time Off
Wellness Reimbursement
US Holidays (Office Closed)
Paid Parental Leave
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan

Risks

Emerging competition from AI-driven intelligence firms may erode Strider's market share.
Strider's reliance on open-source data could be challenged by data privacy regulations.
The geopolitical focus on China and Russia may expose Strider to political risks.

Differentiation

Strider uses AI to convert open-source data into strategic intelligence insights.
The company focuses on mitigating state-sponsored IP theft and supply chain vulnerabilities.
Strider's Shield product integrates with existing systems for proactive security analysis.

Upsides

Strider raised $55m in Series C funding to expand its AI platform.
The company launched Spark AI for enhanced data search and risk management.
Strider's partnership with Sumisho Aero-Systems expands its reach in the Japanese market.

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