Software Engineer (dod Secret | Hybrid)

Software Engineer (DoD Secret | Hybrid)

Job Title: Software Engineer Location: Falls Church, VA (Hybrid – 2–3 days per month onsite) Clearance: Active DoD Secret Clearance (or higher) Employment Type: Full-time

Transform Military Healthcare with Code:

• Join Rackner to modernize military healthcare systems for the Defense Health Agency.
• Build secure APIs, scalable data pipelines, and cloud-native services that enable real-time insights, improve interoperability, and enhance mission readiness.
• If you're passionate about healthcare data, federal IT programs, and innovative software solutions, this role lets you make an immediate, meaningful impact.

Who You Are:

• 5+ years of experience in software engineering (backend, API, or full-stack)
• Proficient in Python, Java, or C#
• Experienced with REST APIs (FastAPI, AWS Lambda) and OpenAPI specifications
• Skilled in data pipeline orchestration (dbt, Apache Airflow, Apache Spark, Iceberg)
• Knowledgeable in federal compliance frameworks (NIST 800-53, HIPAA, FISMA High)

Preferred / Bonus:

• Prior work with DHA, VA, or federal healthcare IT programs
• Experience with FHIR, OMOP, HL7, CDA, or other healthcare data standards
• Familiarity with OCR, NLP, AI/ML workflows for healthcare data
• Exposure to AWS GovCloud (IL5/IL6) or secure cloud environments
• Experience in MOSA frameworks or DDIL environments

What You'll Do:

• Develop secure APIs and cloud-native services for DHA systems
• Build and maintain data pipelines to normalize structured and unstructured data
• Integrate healthcare data into FHIR and OMOP standards for analytics and decision support
• Collaborate with DevSecOps engineers to deploy applications in secure, high-compliance cloud environments
• Ensure software is scalable, compliant, and maintainable while enabling rapid delivery

Who We Are:

• Rackner is a cloud-native software consultancy delivering mission-critical solutions in DevSecOps, AI/ML, and healthcare data engineering.
• We partner with the Department of Defense, DHA, and enterprise clients to modernize IT systems, improve interoperability, and deliver secure, scalable platforms.
• Join a team where your work directly impacts federal healthcare programs and national security.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Flexible Hybrid Work & Weekly Pay – Onsite only a few days per month
• Professional Growth – Paid certifications and training for relevant technologies
• Comprehensive Benefits – 401k (100% match up to 6%), PTO, medical/dental/vision, life & disability insurance
• Perks & Culture – Gym/fitness membership, home office setup, swag, snacks, and team events