About the job
Vannevar Labs is at the forefront of defense technology, leveraging cutting-edge AI to deter adversaries in an ever-evolving landscape of conflict. In the 21st century, conflict operates at algorithmic speed, where foresight is equivalent to firepower. Our agentic AI is specifically engineered to counteract competitive threats from entities such as China, addressing scenarios from cross-Strait tensions to gray zone coercion. Our systems are trained on mission-critical datasets within defense, allowing us to model adversary behavior, simulate strategic campaigns, and provide actionable recommendations to decision-makers. Our trusted AI systems are actively deployed on the front lines of the Indo-Pacific region, contributing to peacekeeping and life-saving efforts.
At Vannevar, we believe that exceptional technology is born from remarkable talent. Our nimble team combines world-class engineering prowess with seasoned strategists who possess deep experience in defense and tradecraft. We are dedicated to building a company characterized by mission-driven impact, user empathy, and sustainable growth. In just three years, we have scaled from $3 million to $80 million in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR), achieved early profitability, and attained unicorn status, demonstrating that true disruption does not require ego, and longevity does not require stagnation.
About the Role
We are in search of a seasoned full-stack engineer to enhance the design and implementation of our Decision Advantage platform. This pivotal tool empowers defense and intelligence personnel to attain comprehensive situational awareness of the information landscape, enabling them to recognize and counteract adversarial influence campaigns and information warfare tactics. You will develop the applications utilized by our warfighters and intelligence analysts in their crucial tasks, creating advanced products and features for information distillation, analysis, and visualization that facilitate rapid assessments of the information environment. Collaborating with designers, engineers, subject matter experts, and operational users, you will transform complex intelligence requirements into user-friendly, mission-ready workflows that directly support national security goals.
In this role, you will engage with a small, cross-functional team focused on delivering Decision Advantage capabilities to defense clients involved in strategic competition with near-peer adversaries. Your contributions will encompass all facets of the product—from data extraction and ingestion to backend systems (storage, indexing, APIs), frontend development, and AI analysis. The platform boasts a robust foundation, presenting ample opportunities for impactful contributions as we propel it to new heights.
Note: This position is also open to candidates at the staff+ level.

