Job Description
Job Description
The Mission Starts Here
At TheIncLab, we engineer and deliver intelligent digital applications that help mission-critical teams achieve success. We combine innovation with purpose—offering you a chance to work on cutting-edge technology that truly matters.
Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our Research & Product Innovation team. In this role, you will focus on rapid prototyping of software for prospective customers, and support internal product development. This position is ideal for a full-stack engineer with a strong background in TypeScript, Node.js, and modern web development frameworks.
You should be comfortable owning complex features end-to-end and able to thrive in a fast-paced, experimental environment. This is a hands-on engineering role requiring 3 days per week onsite in one of our offices (Nashville or Tampa).
What will you do?
- Rapidly design and implement software prototypes, from backend APIs to frontend UIs
- Build intuitive, responsive interfaces using modern frameworks (React, Vue, Angular)
- Architect scalable and efficient backend systems using Node.js and TypeScript
- Design and model data structures that support flexible, performant applications
- Configure and integrate appropriate databases and external services
- Lead feature development and guide team members on best practices
- Make technology and architecture decisions for new prototypes and experiments
- Participate in code reviews, team planning, and technical discussions
- Stay current with emerging technologies in web development and full-stack engineering
Requirements
Capabilities that will enable your success
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- 6+ years of professional software engineering experience
- Proven expertise with TypeScript and Node.js
- Strong experience with React, Vue, or Angular
- Full-stack development experience, including backend API design and frontend UI implementation
- Solid understanding of relational and/or NoSQL databases
- Familiarity with REST APIs, WebSockets, and event-driven systems
- Experience with Git and version control workflows
- Must be local to Nashville, TN or McLean, VA and available to work in-office Tue–Thu
- Ability to travel up to 20%
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in a technical field
- 7+ years of experience on large-scale software systems
- Experience with performance profiling and optimization
- Familiarity with ML concepts and tools
- Exposure to .NET (C#) or Rust
- Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and other DevOps toolsClearance Requirements
Clearance Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen and willing and eligible to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance at the Secret or Top-Secret level. Existing clearance is preferred.
Benefits
At TheIncLab we recognize that innovation thrives when employees are provided with ample support and resources. Our benefits packages reflect that:
- Hybrid and flexible work schedules
- Professional development programs
- Training and certification reimbursement
- Extended and floating holiday schedule
- Paid time off and Paid volunteer time
- Health and Wellness Benefits include options for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance along with access to Wellness, Mental Health, and Employee Assistance Programs.
- 100% Company Paid Benefits that include STD, LTD, and Basic Life insurance.
- 401(k) Plan Options with employer matching
- Incentive bonuses for eligible clearances, performance, and employee referrals.
- A company culture that values your individual strengths, career goals, and contributions to the team.
**Salary range guidance provided is not a guarantee of compensation. Offers of employment may be at a salary range that is outside of this range and will be based on qualifications, experience, and possible contractual requirements.
**This is a direct hire position, and we do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters or agencies.