Forward Deployed Engineer

Mount Indie is seeking a skilled Forward Deployed Engineer who demonstrates t he ability to integrate advanced technologies into operational workflows, build and deploy new software capabilities, and work closely with Soldiers and mission users to translate real-world needs into practical, scalable technical solutions. This position requires an active Secret clearance.

Location: This role can be based in Tacoma, Washington or Oahu, Hawaii. For the Hawaii location, it is preferred that candidates can work onsite (Schofield Barracks) in a hybrid format, but candidates interested in travel may apply.

As a member of this team, you will join a company that is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, this company brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Responsibilities

Providing direct support to the 25th Infantry Division, this Forward Deployed Engineer will:

• Collaborate closely with Soldiers to understand operational requirements and translate mission needs into technical solutions within the SHEPRD application.
• Implement rapid updates, enhancements, and fixes to ensure the application aligns with real-world mission objectives and user feedback.
• Test, deploy, and maintain new functionality and features, ensuring seamless integration with existing processes and systems.
• Provide hands-on technical support and troubleshooting directly to operational users, both on-site and remotely.
• Conduct training and mentoring sessions to empower Soldiers and other users to maximize their use and understanding of the application.
• Participate in agile development practices, including sprint planning and stand-up meetings, to ensure continuous improvement and alignment of software capabilities with user requirements.
• Collaborate with other engineers and stakeholders to streamline development workflows and leverage best practices for efficiency and scalability.
• Stay informed about emerging technologies and recommend innovative solutions to address complex operational challenges.
• Prepare and present documentation, demonstrations, and reports to stakeholders to showcase progress and application performance.
• CONUS only travel occasionally to other 25th Infantry Division locations or associated mission sites to provide localized technical support as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance.
• Experience building modern web applications using JavaScript or TypeScript.
• Experience developing backend services using a server-side framework (e.g., Node.js or equivalent).
• Experience working with relational databases, including schema design and query optimization.
• Experience designing and integrating RESTful APIs to support frontend applications and external data sources.
• Experience deploying applications in containerized environments (e.g., Docker).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows supporting iterative software delivery.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate user needs into technical solutions.
• Strong communication skills and comfort working directly with end users and stakeholders.

Desired Skills

• Experience working directly with military personnel and/or federal agencies in operational environments.
• Familiarity with Army software development processes, operational workflows, and mission systems.
• Full-stack development experience using React for frontend development and js / Express for backend services.
• Experience deploying service-based or microservices architectures in containerized environments (Kubernetes or EKS preferred).
• Experience with cloud or government-hosted environments; AWS GovCloud or Azure Government preferred .
• Understanding of Agile development practices (Scrum or Kanban) and participation in sprint ceremonies.
• Experience improving operational decision-making systems based on user feedback, prioritization logic, or performance needs.
• Security certifications such as Security+ or willingness to obtain within six months of hire.