Senior Software Engineer, Networking FDE

Ditto

Forward Deployed Engineer designing and maintaining tactical network systems for Ditto's real-time connectivity software. Bridging technical insights with product development in high-stakes environments.

Posted 4/17/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $223,000 - $259,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Architect and maintain the network transport layer connecting software across operational environments
Integrate and troubleshoot data flows across tactical radio systems
Implement multi-bridge configurations for heterogeneous network segments
Act as the first line of defense for network-layer issues
Translate operational realities into actionable technical requirements for development teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must hold an active Secret clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)
5+ years of experience in network engineering, tactical communications, or IT infrastructure in military or high-security environments
2+ years of technical experience with tactical radio systems and their IP networking capabilities
Strong proficiency in network fundamentals including subnetting, VLANs, routing, NAT, security policies, and troubleshooting
Highly adaptable problem-solving mindset
Strong written and verbal communication skills to bridge operational realities with development teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending accounts
Flexible time off
Access to Atlanta and San Francisco offices for remote work and meetups

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Hard Skills & Tools

network engineeringtactical communicationsIT infrastructuretactical radio systemsIP networkingsubnettingVLANsroutingNATsecurity policies

Soft Skills

problem-solvingwritten communicationverbal communicationadaptability

Certifications

Secret clearance