Valinor is a new type of defense and government tech company focused on solving the problems others don’t. Our unique model of centralized go-to-market and decentralized engineering allows us to move with unparalleled efficiency to identify unmet needs, build right-sized solutions, and get products where they matter most - in the hands of users.

Industry: Technology, Information and Internet
Company Size: 11-50 employees

Valinor

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**Valinor is a new type of defense and government tech company focused on solving the problems others don’t. **Our unique model of centralized go-to-market and decentralized engineering allows us to move with unparalleled efficiency to identify unmet needs, build right-sized solutions, and get products where they matter most - in the hands of users. Unlike others in the space, who focus on the flashy problems, Valinor exists to solve the quiet, unaddressed problems–the small but significant ones that lead to cracks in the country’s strength, stability, and security.

Backed by General Catalyst, Founders Fund, and Friends & Family Capital, Valinor was founded in 2024 and has established strategic partnerships with Palantir, Anduril, and Helsing. We are building the dream team, and we want you on it.

**About The Role**

**Valinor Harbor ** is developing a mobile, modular medical system equipped for precision care, rapid response, and remote monitoring in austere environments. The team is**seeking a Senior Software Architect ** to lead architecture and design efforts for HarborOS software.

**What You'll Do**

- Lead architecture and design efforts for HarborOS software based on client requirements and General Manager's vision

- Collaborate with Construction team, Growth team, and others to ensure the HarborOS strategy is tightly integrated with hardware strategy

- Lead software engineering team, manage software development life cycle, and own sprint planning to ensure implementation goals are met

- Support accreditation, verification, and testing activities in support of testing and operational deployments

- Create and maintain HarborOS technical documentation in compliance with Government standards

**What We're Looking For**

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

- 5+ years of experience in full-stack software development with proficiency in modern front-end frameworks and backend technologies

- Experience leading software delivery for US Government programs from development to deployment; familiarity with tactical data standards and military C2 ecosystems, such as BATDOK, TAK, JOMIS, GENISIS, T6, Maven, Lattice, and others preferred

- Knowledge of containerization and orchestration, including Kubernetes and Docker in disconnected or edge environments

- Experience with using cloud services such as AWS or Azure

- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines for building and testing packaged software

- Understanding of defense software development processes and accreditation requirements is a plus

- Understanding of government security practices, including secure coding and system hardening

**What Valinor Offers**

- Competitive salary, equity packages, and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance - fully covered for employees, 401K, development stipends, among others.

- Unlimited PTO and two-week company holiday at the end of every calendar year.

- We are a pro-mental health and pro-family company - we actually encourage employees to spend time with themselves and their families. Valinor also provides fertility benefits to those just beginning that journey.

- Fun work environment - we like to laugh and take care of each other, but we also deeply respect the mission in front of us.

~~This role requires the candidate be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.~~

~~Valinor is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Valinor team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense and government technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you! ~~

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