Job Description

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] delivers strategic intelligence that helps organizations make faster, more confident decisions in an increasingly complex global environment. Using cutting-edge AI and proprietary methodologies, we transform open-source data into actionable insights that help protect technology, talent, and supply chains from nation-state risks.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a mission-driven Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) to deliver cutting-edge technical solutions in dynamic, high-stakes environments. As a key member of our deployment team, you'll bridge the gap between our advanced platform and real-world mission requirements—embedding with customers, engineering bespoke solutions, and serving as a trusted technical partner. This is a unique opportunity to directly impact national security and commercial innovation while helping shape [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s future product development.

Key Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional software engineering experience, with a focus on full-stack or systems-level development.
• Proficiency in Python, Java, or similar languages.
• Experience with distributed systems, cloud infrastructure (AWS preferred), APIs, and modern front-end frameworks.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to rapidly prototype, iterate, and deploy in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in ambiguous or evolving mission contexts.
• Willingness to travel 30–70% of the time based on mission requirements.
• Active U.K. security clearance (SC/DV) or eligibility to obtain one strongly preferred.

What You Will Do

• Architect, develop, and deploy mission-aligned software solutions in government and commercial environments.
• Collaborate with operators, analysts, and executives to translate evolving requirements into actionable technical outcomes.
• Integrate [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s platform with diverse data sources, internal workflows, and external IT systems.
• Build custom applications, features, and data pipelines that unlock insights from unstructured, multi-lingual datasets.
• Serve as [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s technical lead in the field, owning project outcomes from inception to implementation.
• Prototype quickly and iterate continuously, adapting to high-priority demands and real-time feedback.
• Provide critical field insights to inform and influence [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s internal product roadmap.

Why Join Strider?

• Be a key contributor to a high-impact mission that directly supports innovation and national resilience.
• Join a collaborative, fast-paced team that values creativity, autonomy, and trust.
• Work across domains—engineering, intelligence, product—on some of today's most complex challenges.
• Develop leadership skills at the intersection of technology and mission.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Company Equity Options
• Flexible PTO in addition to statutory annual leave
• Two paid company breaks
• Wellness Reimbursement
• UK Statutory Holidays (Office Closed)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pension Scheme with employer contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level | Employment type: Full-time | Job function: Engineering and Information Technology | Industries: Software Development