Senior Software Engineer (Counter Intrusion)
Summary
Senior Software Engineer at a defense-tech startup building cloud-based command & control platforms: 80% backend (Python/Rust/C++) and 20% frontend (React), designing scalable, high-performance systems that integrate multiple sensors and AI for real-time battlefield intelligence, including device protocols and control.
Kela is a defense technology startup pioneering next-generation command & control and data infrastructure systems. We empower defense organizations with robust, scalable, and secure platforms that integrate diverse sensors and AI to deliver real-time battlefield intelligence. Backed by leading investors, Kela combines Israeli innovation with global mission impact.
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer (BE 80%, FE 20%) to contribute to backend and frontend development for our cloud-based systems. The role requires extensive experience in building a high-performance backend system. You will also be responsible for designing and implementing scalable back-end solutions for complex muti sensors generic applications.
Responsibilities
- Build a tactical and heavy backend platform and deal with some parallel and flow concepts
- Own features end-to-end, work directly with frontend (React) and infra teams
- Works on device protocols and control
Requirements
- 5+ years building production systems - Backend languages (Python, Rust, C++)
- Experience with React development
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Experience with AI tools such as Claude / Cursor
Nice to have:
- Maps/GIS or complex real-time data
- Background in defense or mission-critical systems
- Familiarity with gRPC, Sensors.