Senior Python Engineer

Posted 15 Days Ago
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Center District, VA, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Hardware • Security • Software • Defense
The Role
Develop real-time, multi-core, multi-threaded Python software on Linux to detect, track, and mitigate drones. Collaborate with algorithms and RF engineers, deliver features through design, implementation, integration, CI/CD, and handover to validation while working in Agile/Scrum.
Summary Generated by Built In
At D-Fend Solutions, our people are our greatest strength — and technology is our passion. Our team of innovators and subject matter experts, including veterans of elite military intelligence technology units, is transforming the way organizations protect themselves from drone threats.

As the global leader in cyber-takeover counter-drone technology, we design and deliver advanced, software-defined solutions that empower our customers to detect, take control, and safely land unauthorized drones — with precision and reliability.

Every day, we push the boundaries of innovation to meet real-world security challenges across industries and environments. We’re proud of our cutting-edge technology, our global reach, and the impact we make in securing the skies.

We’re seeking passionate professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, creative, and collaborative environment — those who want to be part of the next generation of airspace security innovation.

Join D-Fend Solutions and help make the world a safer place.
Become a D-Fender! Work with the world’s leading cyber-takeover counter-drone technology provider and shape the future of safe airspace.

Scope:
As a Senior Python Engineer, you will play a key role in the development of our cutting-edge solutions to detect, track and mitigate drones. Your primary responsibility will be to successfully implement real-time, multi-core, and multi-threaded software tasks and continuously develop new features and capabilities for an up-to-date response to new drone models and components, while collaborating  with our algorithms and radio-frequency (RF) engineers. This includes coding over a Linux platform, primarily in user space, with a rich and fully automated Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) platform. In addition, you will implement Scrum and Agile methodologies in your tasks, while taking features from the early requirement stage through design, implementation, integration, and then handing it over  to our validation team. 

Requirements:

  • At least 5 years of hands-on software development experience in Python  – A MUST
  • Deep knowledge of Object-Oriented (OO) programming - A MUST
  • B.Sc. in Computer Science or Engineering, or relevant military courses and experience
  • Team player, with strong communication, collaboration, active listening, and problem-solving skills
  • Proven experience developing real-time stream processing solutions 
  • Agile/Scrum environment expertise 

Advantages:

  • Proven experience in C++ development 
  • Strong understanding of CI/CD concepts, including automation concepts 
  • Multi-process/threaded application knowledge
  • Extensive startup experience
  • Knowledge of Networking and Operating Systems fundamentals

Skills Required

  • At least 5 years of hands-on software development experience in Python
  • Deep knowledge of Object-Oriented programming
  • B.Sc. in Computer Science or Engineering, or relevant military courses and experience
  • Proven experience developing real-time stream processing solutions
  • Experience implementing real-time, multi-core, multi-threaded software (user-space Linux)
  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
  • Proven experience in C++ development
  • Strong understanding of CI/CD concepts and automation
  • Multi-process/threaded application knowledge
  • Knowledge of Networking and Operating Systems fundamentals
  • Extensive startup experience
  • Team player with strong communication, collaboration, active listening, and problem-solving skills
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The Company
HQ: Raanana
219 Employees
Year Founded: 2017

What We Do

D-Fend Solutions is a leading provider of RF cyber-takeover technology for counter-drone (C-UAS) operations. Their flagship product, EnforceAir, allows organizations to detect, identify, and safely neutralize rogue drones in sensitive environments like military zones, airports, and critical infrastructure. By using non-kinetic, cyber-based mitigation, they ensure operational continuity and safety, helping organizations maintain control of their airspace against evolving drone threats.

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