We fuse rigorous, methodologically sound analysis with our cutting-edge technology platform, Narrative Analytics®. This powerful combination enables us to quantitatively analyze open-source media, deliver strategic recommendations, and craft executive-level communication strategies for clients with missions that matter.
Why Us?
Our team is a vibrant mix of communication specialists, data scientists, and subject matter experts with extensive experience across U.S. Government agencies, non-profit organizations, and Fortune 500 companies. By joining Protagonist, you’ll immerse yourself in a collaborative environment where innovation thrives, and your contributions truly matter.
What We Do
- Innovative Solutions: We co-develop cutting-edge solutions with our clients to address tough communication problems and capitalize on opportunities to make a tangible impact.
- Data-Driven Insights: Our tools and methodologies provide actionable insights that help clients meet their communication objectives and stay ahead of global challenges.
- Applied Expertise: We integrate our solutions within client organizations, leveraging our profound expertise to address critical issues and ensure sustainable success.
Be Part of Something Bigger
At Protagonist, you’ll work on compelling projects that make a real difference. We seek talented individuals eager to contribute to our mission and grow alongside us. If you’re passionate about communication, data analysis, and making an impact, we invite you to explore a career with Protagonist.
Explore Your Future with Us!
Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us at Protagonist and be part of a team that's making a difference.
Important Requirements
- Must be based in the Washington DC metro area
- Must be authorized to work in the US
- Must be able to obtain US Government security clearance if needed
- No visa sponsorship available at this time
Compensation: $95,000 - $185,000 based on experience and expertise
The Role
We're seeking a talented Software Engineer to join our Washington, DC-based team. In this role, you’ll collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and engineers to build, optimize, and scale our Narrative Analytics platform, which helps clients make informed, strategic decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain applications within our Narrative Analytics platform.
- Collaborate on projects involving data processing, machine learning, and NLP.
- Contribute to architecture and design discussions, ensuring scalability and efficiency.
- Troubleshoot, optimize, and enhance system performance.
- Engage in continuous learning to support platform advancements and innovations.
What We Offer
- Flexible Schedule: Enjoy flexible work week options and generous time off.
- Dynamic Culture: Work with a collaborative team in an environment that values creativity, resilience, and mission-driven work.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development, advancement, and meaningful contributions.
- Benefits: Competitive compensation, health benefits, remote flexibility, and quarterly bonuses.
Who You Are
To thrive in this role, you should have:
- A strong foundation in software development and architecture.
- Deep experience with programming languages such as Python, or Java.
- Familiarity with data processing, machine learning, or natural language processing tools.
- A proactive and problem-solving mindset.
Location and Work Authorization
This role is based in the Washington, DC area. Candidates must be located in the DC metro area and must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for future visa sponsorship. Must be able to obtain US Government security clearance if needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working on large-scale data analytics or machine learning projects.
- Background in cloud computing platforms like AWS or Azure.
- Familiarity with cybersecurity or government contract environments.
Join Us
If you’re passionate about technology and making an impact, apply today! Protagonist is dedicated to fostering a welcoming and innovative environment where everyone’s voice can make a difference.
Protagonist is a values-driven company committed to meaningful work and maintaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Top Skills
What We Do
Protagonist is the Narrative Analytics company. We uncover deeply held beliefs (narratives) in order to energize brands, win competitive battles, and better engage and understand target audiences. Protagonist uses natural language processing, machine learning, and deep human expertise to gather and analyze billions of pieces relevant data to give customers the insights they need for marketing, product development, and communications strategies. The Protagonist platform was built on 10 years of narrative science that was initially developed to improve the American brand around the world for the US Government. Today, it's used by dozens of the world's leading CMOs, business leaders, and foundations
