PRINCIPAL, TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING

ABOUT THE ROLE Second Front Systems (2F) is seeking an ambitious and visionary Engineering Manager to join our mission-driven team. We are a dynamic, fast-growing entrepreneurial company at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and national security, committed to delivering transformative solutions that empower our nation’s defenders. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a company that is redefining the way software is delivered and secured in the defense sector. At 2F, we thrive on innovation and purpose, combining a startup’s agility with a clear mission to support national security. You will be at the forefront of driving the engineering strategy behind the deployment and scaling of our revolutionary Game Warden platform—an industry-leading tool that is accelerating the secure adoption of mission-critical SaaS solutions for the U.S. government. The Engineering Manager will lead a team of talented engineers building and scaling Game Warden, our flagship platform enabling secure software delivery to government environments. Note: Additionally, candidates must reside in one of our approved hiring hubs: Drive execution across key technical initiatives that enhance scalability, reliability, and performance of 2F’s core platforms. Partner closely with Product, Platform, and Security teams to define roadmaps, prioritize work, and deliver against milestones. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate strategic objectives into actionable engineering plans. Recruit, onboard, and develop top engineering talent in alignment with 2F’s mission, values, and culture. Contribute to the evolution of 2F’s engineering processes, tooling, and delivery frameworks as we scale toward Series D and beyond. 6+ years of professional software engineering experience, including 2+ years managing or leading technical teams.

• Deep understanding of modern software development practices, cloud infrastructure (AWS, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines.
• ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance preferred.

Experience building and scaling SaaS or platform products within highly regulated or security-sensitive industries (e.g., Familiarity with secure software development frameworks (e.g., Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives in collaboration with Product, Security, and Operations. Strong understanding of agile methodologies and experience driving continuous improvement across teams. Backend: GoLang Frontend: Typescript and React/Next Platform: Docker/Containers/Kubernetes Cloud: AWS/GCP/Azure This role may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and equity grants as part of the total compensation package. This role is full time. S. national security. 100% Healthcare, vision and dental coverage

• Additional benefit perks (One Medical membership, mental health resources and family planning assistance)
• Equity incentive plan
• Tech + office supplies stipend
• Flexible paid time off + federal holidays off
• Work virtually, near one of our hub locations
• Referral Bonus Visit our careers page to learn more.

Second Front Systems (2F) is a public-benefit software company powering software for the free world. We eliminate the friction that slows innovation, enabling faster, more secure development and deployment of software across government and regulated networks. Built by national security veterans and backed by top-tier venture capital, our platform is trusted by the world’s leading organizations to cut deployment timelines from years to weeks. Our work strengthens global security and gives the United States and its allies a lasting competitive advantage. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. To apply, click the “Apply for This Job” button at the top or bottom of this page and complete the application form. This position will remain open until filled, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. In accordance with Colorado law, applicants may redact their date of birth, dates of attendance, and dates of graduation from any uploaded documents.