Forward Deployed Software Engineer

Reveal Technology

About The Position

Reveal Technology is seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer to work directly with military, security, and commercial end users to solve complex operational challenges using hardware and software solutions. This hands-on role rapidly prototypes, integrates, and deploys emerging technologies while connecting frontline user needs with Reveal’s engineering teams. The position calls for software engineering and systems integration expertise, an understanding of defense operations, and the ability to work in demanding environments. The engineer will deploy with end users, develop and integrate solutions in the field, and provide validated feedback and performance data to inform Reveal’s product roadmaps. They will help transition field prototypes into scalable products and act as a field-facing technical authority on Reveal technologies, including Farsight. Deployments may involve austere and high-pressure conditions, edge computing, networking, and Unmanned Aerial Systems. The role includes technical mentorship and collaboration with government and commercial partners, and requires willingness to travel up to 20% globally, including to field and conflict-adjacent locations. Reveal was founded in 2019 and develops tools for field operations in remote, disconnected, and extreme environments. Its products include Farsight, a 3D processing and mission planning platform; Identifi, a secure identity verification solution; and, as of 2026, Chronos and Anomaly 6. Reveal serves defense, security, and public safety missions.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in defense or dual-use innovation; forward-deployed or special operations experience is preferred.
Current US TS/SCI clearance.
Demonstrated experience leading R&D projects that combine autonomy, data engineering, cloud computing, and operational hardware.
Strong software engineering skills, including familiarity with Python, Go, C++, and systems-level programming for edge hardware.
Experience designing, consuming, and integrating RESTful and gRPC APIs, including building custom adapters and plugins to connect products with third-party platforms such as ATAK, Lattice, and Palantir.
Operational understanding of the defense mission space, including use of ATAK, Palantir, Lattice, and Reveal Farsight.
Proven experience delivering secure tactical software and hardware systems in sensitive or constrained environments.
Strong communication skills, including advocating for user needs, translating technical concepts, and building consensus across stakeholders.
Ability to work in sensitive environments with limited oversight.
Willingness to travel up to 20% globally, including to field and conflict-adjacent locations.
Proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States is required for all hires.

Nice To Haves

Forward-deployed or special operations experience.
Familiarity with Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), ML ops, cloud/edge hybrid compute, and high-trust technology deployment practices.

Responsibilities

Deploy and embed with commercial, military, and security end users to identify operational challenges and deliver tailored hardware and software solutions.
Rapidly prototype low Technology Readiness Level (TRL) platforms that can mature into Reveal product offerings.
Gather and return validated user feedback and performance data to inform internal roadmaps.
Collaborate with Reveal engineering teams remotely or from the rear to transition fielded prototypes into scalable, productized capabilities.
Serve as a field-facing authority on Reveal technologies, including Farsight, and bridge user needs with technical development.
Lead field integration of Reveal products with adjacent systems, including ATAK, Lattice, and Palantir, and communicate their combined operational value.
Manage technical deployments in austere and high-pressure environments, including setup and sustainment of edge compute, networking, and Unmanned Aerial Systems.
Provide technical mentorship and leadership in multidisciplinary project teams spanning government and commercial partners.