Senior Warfighter Systems Engineer

The Cooperative AI group at OpenAI develops model-driven automation and knowledge systems that work alongside human teams. Using both existing and emerging OpenAI technologies, the group creates systems capable of autonomous reasoning and handling a variety of operational tasks. These efforts focus on real-world challenges in areas such as finance, sales, customer support, product insights, and internal operations. Projects in this group inform OpenAI's product direction and contribute to broader industry understanding. The team collaborates closely with internal partners and global customers, maintaining a feedback loop that enables quick iteration and real-time validation of their work. Team members bring diverse backgrounds and operate with a high degree of independence, all working toward improving large-scale collaboration between people and AI. Role overview OpenAI is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the Cooperative Systems team in Seattle. This role focuses on developing AI-driven automation systems that support operational work throughout the company. The position blends applied AI, research, and product engineering, offering a mix of leadership and hands-on technical challenges. The Engineering Manager will guide a team building systems that learn from human interaction and manage real workloads in domains like sales, support, finance, and IT. Responsibilities include deploying these systems to internal users, gathering feedback, and refining solutions rapidly. The role is suited for someone who wants significant ownership and enjoys collaborating with customers to drive meaningful change in operational work. Key responsibilities Lead and grow a small team focused on applied AI systems for internal operations. Design and build AI-powered automation systems in partnership with customers. Stay directly involved in architecture and implementation across the stack. Create adaptive systems, including developer tools, automation platforms, knowledge graphs, and data management solutions. Deploy systems to internal users and use their feedback to improve solutions.

As a Staff Systems Engineer specializing in Warfighter Systems at Anduril Industries, you will play a crucial role in developing and integrating cutting-edge systems that support our military operations. You will work collaboratively with a talented team to innovate solutions that enhance our national security.

Join DigitalOcean as a Systems Engineer I, where you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing our cloud infrastructure.Your responsibilities will include troubleshooting and resolving issues, ensuring system reliability, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize performance.

Join a Pioneering CompanyAt Palantir, we develop cutting-edge software that transforms data into actionable insights. Our innovative platforms empower partners to tackle significant challenges, from advancing medical research to enhancing supply chain resilience and aiding in critical missing person cases.Position OverviewApollo stands at the forefront of Palantir’s autonomous software management and deployment initiatives. This platform ensures the seamless and continuous delivery of essential software (Foundry, Gotham, AIP) across diverse environments, including on-premises, public cloud, isolated networks, and highly regulated contexts (such as IL-5 and FedRAMP).As a Software Engineer on the Apollo team, you will be responsible for designing and operating a large-scale distributed system that facilitates the remote operation and maintenance of Kubernetes clusters. Our goal is to swiftly extract the entire state of a cluster into a portable, high-performance artifact, allowing for near-instantaneous cluster reconstruction—all while pushing the boundaries of speed, reliability, and scalability.Your responsibilities will include designing and implementing backup and restore solutions for Kubernetes, utilizing proprietary compression technologies tailored to Palantir’s unique deployment strategies. You will also enhance our container artifact store based on the OCI (Open Container Initiative) distribution spec, which serves as the industry standard for managing container images and artifacts. You will oversee the core infrastructure supporting every environment Apollo engages with, from large-scale cloud providers to military transport vehicles.If you thrive on challenges involving container technologies like OCI and Docker, storage solutions, and distributed systems, this role offers you the chance to delve into storage formats and low-level optimizations where milliseconds are crucial. As we automate cluster creation and management across varied hardware, you will play a vital role in expanding Palantir’s capabilities at the edge and addressing complex distributed systems challenges. You will manage the complete development lifecycle—from concept and design through implementation and support—while collaborating closely with both technical and non-technical stakeholders to deliver impactful infrastructure. We actively encourage the use of AI tools (Claude Code/Codex/Copilot) to enhance productivity.

Join Hive as a Systems Engineer / DevOps Specialist and be part of a pioneering team transforming the AI landscape. At Hive, we specialize in cutting-edge cloud-based AI solutions that empower organizations to understand, search, and generate content efficiently. Our robust infrastructure, which includes our own GPU-focused data centers alongside a hybrid AWS setup, is critical to our mission of delivering reliable SaaS offerings. As a member of our DevOps and Systems team, you will ensure seamless deployment and operation of our machine learning models, enabling our developers to focus on innovation without the worry of downtime. The ideal candidate thrives in dynamic environments, embraces automation, and is passionate about scalability.

Join DigitalOcean as a Systems Engineer II, where you will play a crucial role in building and maintaining our cloud infrastructure. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and reliability while providing excellent support to our customers.

Join Anduril Industries as a Staff Systems Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing advanced systems that enhance national security. Your expertise will contribute to innovative solutions in defense technology, collaborating with a team of engineers dedicated to developing cutting-edge capabilities.

Join our dynamic team as a Senior Systems Engineer at Brighton Jones, where your expertise will help us drive innovation and optimize our systems architecture. You will play a pivotal role in enhancing our technology infrastructure, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our systems, and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional solutions to our clients.

Hudson River Trading seeks a Trading Systems Engineer to join the Trading Systems Infrastructure team. This group builds and maintains the technology behind global trading operations. Their work supports high performance and reliability for the ultra-low latency operating systems, automation tools, and development platforms that keep trading strategies running worldwide, around the clock. Role overview The Trading Systems Engineer will help support and improve real-time production trading environments. The work centers on solving challenges that require high availability, high throughput, and ultra-low latency. This role contributes to the development and automation of essential infrastructure components, working alongside a team committed to keeping trading systems operating smoothly at all times. What you will do Support and improve real-time production trading environments Address challenges involving high availability, high throughput, and ultra-low latency Contribute to developing and automating critical infrastructure Collaborate with a team focused on system reliability and uptime Requirements Experience with coding and automation Strong interest in enhancing technology stacks Ability to solve complex technical problems in demanding environments Comfort working where uptime and performance are essential Locations Austin, TX, United States Boulder, Colorado, United States Chicago, Illinois, United States London, United Kingdom New York, NY, United States Seattle, Washington, United States

Headway is seeking a Senior Manager, People Systems & Operations to guide the development and management of HR systems. This position plays a key role in supporting a growing workforce and enhancing the employee experience as the company expands. Key Responsibilities Oversee and refine people systems to align with organizational goals. Work closely with teams across Headway to deliver effective HR solutions. Promote efficiency in HR operations and processes. Support strategic projects that shape the employee lifecycle. Analyze data to generate insights that support employees and guide business decisions. Locations New York, NY San Francisco, CA Seattle, WA Remote (United States)

Join Opendoor as a Software Engineer focused on Financial Systems, where you will play a crucial role in enhancing our financial technology infrastructure. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement software solutions that drive our financial operations.As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on innovative projects that impact the way we operate and serve our customers.

Join a Transformative Force in TechnologyAt Palantir, we develop cutting-edge software solutions that revolutionize data-driven operations. Our platforms enable our partners to make impactful decisions, whether it’s creating lifesaving pharmaceuticals, mitigating supply chain risks, or assisting in crucial humanitarian efforts.Your RoleWe are on the lookout for a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join our newly established team dedicated to crafting sophisticated autonomous systems for area defense. In this position, you will design and implement innovative solutions that integrate a variety of sensors and intelligent decision-making technologies to safeguard both civilian and military assets against diverse threats, including drone incursions.Your contributions will directly influence the development of autonomous systems that merge sensors—such as radar, cameras, and RF—with real-time responsive actions through effectors, including kinetic and non-kinetic tools or coordinated drone swarms. Collaborating with specialists in sensing, artificial intelligence, and systems engineering, you will play a pivotal role in redefining complex area defense strategies.

Join aetherflux as a Software Engineer specializing in Reliability for Avionics and Compute Systems. In this key role, you will be responsible for ensuring the dependable operation of our cutting-edge technology solutions that power the aviation industry. Collaborate with a talented team to design, develop, and test reliable software components that meet rigorous standards.

Anduril Industries builds advanced defense technology for the U.S. and allied militaries. Its core platform, Lattice OS, unifies real-time data streams into a 3D command and control system. The company’s work centers on autonomy, artificial intelligence, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking, with a focus on delivering new capabilities as security demands shift. Role overview The Infrastructure Engineering team is hiring a Staff Systems Engineer with a focus on mergers and acquisitions (M&A) integration. This position leads the technical process of incorporating newly acquired companies into Anduril’s infrastructure. The scope includes every stage of integration: discovery, technical evaluation, migration, and continued support after the initial transition. What you will do Design, implement, and refine procedures for integrating acquisitions into Anduril’s systems. Work directly with founders, executives, and technical staff to create architectural frameworks and strategic roadmaps for integration. Take on hands-on engineering tasks throughout the integration process as needed. Partner with stakeholders such as the M&A program team, Client Engineering, and Business Systems & Applications to define and enhance integration engineering practices. Develop repeatable, benchmarked processes and participate in post-mortem reviews to drive ongoing improvements. Spot gaps in discovery, migration, or testing tools, and either build these tools or coordinate their development with others. Work closely with Security and Client Engineering teams, drawing on strong systems, networking, and security experience. Location This role is based in Seattle, Washington, United States.

Senior Spacecraft Systems Analysis EngineerJoin Aetherflux, a pioneering company redefining the orbital economy by leveraging innovative satellite technologies. Our satellites, operating in Low Earth Orbit, harness sunlight to facilitate advanced capabilities including the transmission of energy via infrared lasers, on-orbit computing, and secure, high-bandwidth data delivery. By revolutionizing energy and data distribution in space, we are paving the way for unprecedented operational methods both in space and on Earth.Founded in 2024 by Baiju Bhatt, co-founder of Robinhood, Aetherflux is backed by premier investors and staffed by experts from leading aerospace and defense sectors. We are rapidly tackling complex technical challenges to create a new category of space infrastructure.The RoleWe are searching for a Senior Spacecraft Systems Analysis Engineer to lead impactful modeling, simulation, and performance analysis for our satellite platforms. This multidisciplinary position requires you to provide critical insights that will influence spacecraft subsystem designs through thorough analysis and comprehensive system-level thinking.Bring your deep expertise in one or more areas such as structural, loads and dynamics, thermal, radiation, reliability, power, MMOD (micrometeoroid and orbital debris), fluids, or optical/brightness analysis, while maintaining a robust understanding of how these systems interact at the spacecraft level. This is a high-growth opportunity where you can take ownership of essential analyses that directly impact spacecraft operations.ResponsibilitiesConduct system-level modeling and simulations to assess spacecraft performance across various subsystems.Develop and manage analyses in one or more domains: structural, thermal, radiation, reliability, power, MMOD, fluids, or optical/brightness.Perform trade studies and sensitivity analyses to guide design decisions and enhance system performance, mass, and reliability.Collaborate across mechanical, electrical, GNC, and software teams to inform design and integration strategies.Establish and uphold analysis-driven requirements, margins, and verification methodologies.Interpret simulation outcomes and convert findings into actionable engineering insights.Assist with test planning and model correlation to ensure alignment with analysis predictions.

Join iSoftTek Solutions Inc as a Systems Engineer II in Seattle, WA. In this role, you will leverage your extensive knowledge and experience in deploying and managing Windows and Linux systems. You will be expected to demonstrate a relentless passion for frugality and innovative engineering solutions.Your responsibilities will include strong system troubleshooting, proficiency in automation through Perl/Python programming and shell scripting, and a solid understanding of standard internet protocols such as Ethernet, ARP, IP, ICMP, UDP, TCP, SSL, DNS, and HTTP.You will also need to showcase your grasp of security best practices in server configuration, tool development, and access controls, along with experience in crafting SQL queries. Familiarity with AWS, particularly Systems Manager or other DevOps systems, is highly desirable.

The Carbon Robotics LaserWeeder™ utilizes state-of-the-art robotics, computer vision, artificial intelligence, deep learning, and laser technology to meticulously remove weeds with sub-millimeter precision—without the use of harmful herbicides. This groundbreaking solution minimizes environmental harm, enhances soil health, and assists farmers in overcoming labor shortages and escalating costs. Crafted in Seattle and manufactured at our advanced facility in Richland, Washington, the LaserWeeder is redefining standards in automated weed management. With $157 million in backing from leading investors such as BOND, NVentures (NVIDIA’s venture arm), Anthos Capital, Fuse Venture Capital, Ignition Partners, Revolution, Sozo Ventures, and Voyager Capital, Carbon Robotics is at the forefront of innovation.We are a pragmatic team with a strong action-oriented mindset, dedicated to executing our vision. Whether it's developing transformative technologies or engaging with farmers to guarantee the reliability and safety of our products, we go above and beyond for our clients.Joining us means confronting significant challenges that have a substantial impact. You'll have the chance to advance your career, tackle complex issues, and contribute meaningfully to a vital mission. At Carbon Robotics, we empower our team members to make independent decisions and take practical actions.Come be a part of our journey in innovating, executing, and shaping the future of agriculture.YouTube | X | Instagram | LinkedIn | News

This is a direct hire position with an Emergent Software client based in Seattle, Washington. U.S. work authorization is required. No visa sponsorship is available. Role overview The Software Engineer (Endpoint Systems) develops endpoint-native software for macOS, Windows, or Linux. This role centers on building and maintaining components that operate between the operating system and user-space applications, capturing and influencing network and system behavior as it happens. The work involves low-level systems programming and requires a solid understanding of workstation networking. Main responsibilities Design and maintain cross-platform endpoint applications for macOS, Windows, and Linux Develop systems to intercept, analyze, and control network and application behavior Work on low-level systems programming, such as macOS Network Extension or similar components on Windows or Linux Collaborate closely with the OS layer, including user-space, system APIs, and kernel-adjacent components Implement logic for policy enforcement, traffic inspection, and action gating Partner with security, AI, and infrastructure engineers to understand agent workflows and risks Optimize applications for performance, reliability, and low-latency interception Requirements 3–6 years of experience in application or systems development Strong programming skills in at least one of: Go, Rust, C/C++, or Python Hands-on experience developing software for at least one desktop OS (macOS, Windows, or Linux) Familiarity with OS-level APIs (file system, processes, IPC) and background services, daemons, or agents Experience with system extensions, drivers, or low-level hooks is a plus Solid understanding of TCP/IP stack, sockets, HTTP/S, and network interception patterns such as proxies, packet inspection, or hooks Background in traffic inspection, filtering, or routing, as well as experience with endpoint or network security tools (EDR, firewall, proxy, etc.) Preferred skills Experience working with security products or observability tools Familiarity with AI/LLM tooling or agent frameworks Background in building cross-platform applications is highly desirable

Join a Transformative OrganizationAt Palantir, we create cutting-edge software that enables data-driven decision-making and operational excellence. Our innovative platforms equip partners to tackle significant challenges, from developing life-saving pharmaceuticals and predicting supply chain interruptions to locating missing persons and beyond.Your OpportunityWe are on the lookout for a dynamic Forward Deployed Software Engineer to become part of an exciting new team dedicated to crafting advanced Command and Control (C2) software for Autonomous Systems, aimed at enhancing operational and tactical missions. In this pivotal role, you will design, integrate, and deploy cutting-edge full-stack solutions that merge sensors, effectors, unmanned vehicles (UxVs), and intelligent decision-making frameworks. Your contributions will empower users to adeptly execute and manage diverse mission profiles utilizing autonomous technologies. Collaborating with experts in sensing, artificial intelligence, and systems engineering, you will play an integral role in delivering solutions that redefine complex military and civilian mission scenarios in real-world applications.