Solutions Engineer
$125k - $150k USD
About the Role
Second Front Systems (2F) is seeking a motivated Solutions Engineer (SE) to join our mission-driven team. We are a fast-growing entrepreneurial company working at the convergence of technology and national security. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting the deployment and scale of our Game Warden platform — an industry-leading tool accelerating the secure adoption of mission-critical SaaS solutions for the U.S. government.
The Solutions Engineer will represent 2F as a technical subject matter expert (SME) during customer and market-facing engagements, partnering across sales, marketing, product, mission success, and government engagement. You will drive technical conversations with CEOs, CTOs, Engineering Directors, and software engineers, inspiring confidence in our team and products throughout the sales process.
Note: This role requires U.S. citizenship due to government contract requirements. Additionally, candidates must reside in one of our approved hiring hubs:
DC/Maryland/Virginia
Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill, NC
Denver/Colorado Springs, CO
Dallas/Fort Worth, TX
What You’ll Do
As a Solutions Engineer, you will serve as a trusted advisor to customers and an enabler for our growth team. Specific responsibilities include:
Partnering with account executives on pre-sales efforts, owning the technical aspects of the pipeline.
Leading introduction calls, technical sales presentations, product demos, RFP/RFI responses, and architecture workshops.
Assessing customer application compatibility with Game Warden (2F’s Platform-as-a-Service).
Developing in-depth technical knowledge of 2F products and serving as an SME internally and externally.
Tracking customer feedback and collaborating with product teams to align roadmaps with demand signals.
Creating technical marketing content (blogs, posts, etc.) to drive business development.
Engaging in customer conversations on cloud, DevSecOps, cybersecurity, and compliance topics.
Skills You’ll Bring to Our Team
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to adapt to different audiences.
3+ years’ experience in customer-facing Sales, Success, or Engineering roles.
2+ years of hands-on experience with AWS, GCP, or Azure (certified or eager to become certified).
3–5 years of technical experience (e.g., software engineer, sales engineer, technical PM) with strong problem-solving skills.
1+ years of software development experience, preferably full-stack web development.
Ability to remain composed in critical situations and communicate clearly.
Strong collaboration skills in a remote environment.
Ability to travel up to 25%.
Preferred:
Active security clearance or ability to obtain Secret clearance.
Knowledge/certifications in cybersecurity.
Prior national security experience.
Startup experience; adaptability in fast-changing environments.
Familiarity with DevSecOps tools and practices.
COMPTIA Security+ or AWS Solutions Architect (or equivalent).
Our Tech Stack
Cloud: AWS & GCP
Platform: Kubernetes, Docker, Helm, EKS, Istio, Grafana
Full Stack: HTML, CSS, JavaScript (React & Angular), Spring, Python, Go
Databases: MySQL, Amazon Aurora, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB
CI/CD: Jenkins, GitLab CI, ArgoCD
Tools: Git, GitLab, Confluence
The expected base salary range for this role is $125,000– $150,000. Final compensation will be based on factors such as experience, skills, level, and geographic location. This role may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and equity grants as part of the total compensation package.
Success at 2F Looks Like:
Viewing obstacles as opportunities for growth
Having a bias toward action and tangible, measurable results
Striving to be both compassionate and direct with your feedback
Being team-oriented and inclusive with your actions
Perks & Benefits
This is a full-time role. As a public benefit corporation, we’re a team of purpose-driven trailblazers transforming the future of U.S. national security. We hire the best to do their best and, as such, we are committed to providing the perks and benefits you need to be successful—both in- and outside the workplace.
We offer you:
Competitive Salary
100% Healthcare, vision, and dental coverage
401(k) + 3% company contribution
Wellness perks (Fitness classes, mental health resources)
Equity incentive planTech + office supplies stipend
Annual professional development stipend
Flexible paid time off + federal holidays off
Parental leave
Work from anywhere
Referral Bonus
Visit our careers page to learn more.
WHO WE ARE
At Second Front Systems (2F), we equip defense and national security professionals for long-term, continuous competition for access to emerging technologies. Founded by two former U.S. Marines with firsthand experience of the dangers outdated technology poses in combat, our team is dedicated to fast-tracking government access to disruptive, commercially-proven technology for U.S. national security missions.
Our Game Warden product, a fully managed and compliant DevSecOps platform, accelerates the process for accrediting software as a service (SaaS) applications for government use.
Learn how 2F can help you make an impact on national security missions at www.secondfront.com
ONE LAST THING…
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.
Are you ready to join our team?
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.
STATE NOTICES
Colorado:
In accordance with Colorado law, applicants may redact their date of birth, dates of attendance, and dates of graduation from any uploaded documents.
Maryland:
UNDER MARYLAND LAW, AN EMPLOYER MAY NOT REQUIRE OR DEMAND, AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT, PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYMENT, OR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT, THAT AN INDIVIDUAL SUBMIT TO OR TAKE A POLYGRAPH EXAMINATION OR SIMILAR TEST. AN EMPLOYER WHO VIOLATES THIS LAW IS GUILTY OF A MISDEMEANOR AND SUBJECT TO A FINE NOT EXCEEDING $100.