Senior Software Engineer-Internal Tools
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Before you apply
Salary$125k – $140k
LocationArlington, VA; Clarksburg, MD
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience3+ yrs
DepartmentCore Product
EquityIncluded
Company size501–1,000 people
First seenOct 16, 2026 · 3w ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
3+ years of professional software engineering experience
Experience with Rust (1+ years) or strong systems programming background with willingness to learn Rust
Experience with TypeScript and React (or similar frontend framework)
Strong Linux experience, including command-line proficiency, systemd service management, and networking fundamentals (SSH, TCP/IP)
Experience with Docker (building images, container workflows)
Experience with CI/CD systems (GitLab CI, Jenkins, or equivalent)
Proficiency in scripting (Bash, Python)
Ability to debug issues across application, OS, and network layers
3-5+ years of professional software engineering experience
Experience with Tauri framework for desktop application development
Familiarity with configuration management concepts (Ansible a plus but not required)
Experience with embedded Linux or edge deployment environments (Jetson/Orin, ARM64)
Experience with vehicle systems, robotics, or defense programs
Experience with AWS (S3, IAM, EC2)
Familiarity with Conan package manager or C/C++ build toolchains
Skills
Rust
TypeScript
React
Linux
Docker
GitLab CI
Jenkins
Bash
Python
Tauri
Ansible
AWS
Conan
Benefits
Health insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
PTO
Parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Professional development stipend
Retirement savings plan
401(k)
What you’ll do
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This role sits on the DevOps and Tooling team and works closely with vehicle integration engineers, production teams, and program lead
Qualifications
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3+ years of professional software engineering experience.
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Experience with Rust (1+ years) or strong systems programming background with willingness
to learn Rust
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Experience with TypeScript and React (or similar frontend framework).
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Strong Linux experience, including:
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Command-line proficiency
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Systemd service management
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Networking fundamentals (SSH, TCP/IP)
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Experience with Docker (building images, container workflows).
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Experience with CI/CD systems (GitLab CI, Jenkins, or equivalent).
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Proficiency in scripting (Bash, Python).
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Ability to debug issues across application, OS, and network layers
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience with Tauri framework for desktop application development.
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Familiarity with configuration management concepts (Ansible a plus but not required).
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Experience with embedded Linux or edge deployment environments (Jetson/Orin, ARM64).
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Experience with vehicle systems, robotics, or defense programs.
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Experience with AWS (S3, IAM, EC2).
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Familiarity with Conan package manager or C/C++ build toolchains
Education & Experience
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3-5+ years of professional software engineering experience.
US Salary Range
$125,000.00 -$140,000.00
Legal
The salary range for this role is an estimate and is based on a wide variety of compensation factors. The salary offered to candidates will vary based on a variety of factors including (but not limited to) relevant work experience, education, specialized training, critical expertise, training, and more. Equity in Forterra is included in most of our full-time, high-demand roles and is therefore considered part of Forterra’s overall compensation package. In addition to base salary and equity, Forterra offers competitive benefits for full-time employees including:
Benefits
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Premium Healthcare Benefits: Three plan options, including an HSA-eligible plan, with Forterra covering 80% of the plan premium for you and your dependents.
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Basic Life/AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance plans 100% covered by Forterra, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
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Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a winter break in December.
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Competitive paid time off (PTO) offering 20 days accrued per year.
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A minimum of 7 weeks fully paid parental leave for birth/adoption.
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A $9k annual tuition reimbursement or professional development stipend.
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Fully stocked beverage refrigerators with all the Celsius your little heart desires.
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401(k) retirement savings plan, including traditional, Roth 401(k), and after-tax deferral with company match up to 4%.
Your recruiter will be able to share more information about our salary and benefits offering during the hiring process.
Forterra is an equal-opportunity employer, providing and promoting equal employment opportunity in accordance with local, state, and federal laws. Forterrans are unique, talented individuals who are united through a shared passion to deliver autonomous systems that enable national resilience and a robust supply chain. All qualified applications will receive equal consideration for employment.
About the company
About Forterra
Forterra is a leading provider of autonomous systems for ground-based movement in the working world. Amongst some of the earliest innovators in the field of driverless technology, Forterra is focused on building systems that protect front-line soldiers and enable civilian workers in our industrial base. Forterra is the go-to provider of ground autonomy solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense, which harnesses the technology for asymmetric warfare in critical conditions.