Founding Systems Engineer | CaseLight Systems Inc. (CSI)
Location: Blaine, WA (Remote - US Only) Source: Hacker News
About the Role
I am a retired 25-year federal law enforcement and intelligence unit practitioner building CaseLight (CSI). CaseLight is an offline-first, secure Windows desktop application engineered to replace the chaotic, multi-app workflows used by 50,000+ independent private sector intelligence firms and rural police departments who are priced out of enterprise tech.
By utilizing a local-first Tauri/Rust framework and an encrypted SQLite sandbox, CaseLight automates forensic data layout and locks down an unalterable digital chain of custody, completely bypassing cloud-hosting liabilities, third-party subpoena exposure, and infrastructure overhead.
Core Architecture Requirements
This is a low-level native systems role. We are explicitly filtering for senior developers with verified production experience in Tauri, Rust, SQLite/SQLCipher, and React.
Mandatory Specialized Capabilities
- OS-Level Multi-Threading: Deep experience writing asynchronous background channels in Rust to process multi-gigabyte file payloads without blocking the UI main thread.
- Local Cryptography: Practical implementation of on-board SHA-256 hashing, metadata preservation, and runtime SQLCipher database encryption entirely on local client hardware.
- Memory Optimization: Expert understanding of the Rust borrow checker and native Windows execution constraints to ensure ultra-low RAM footprint sandboxing.
Note: If your background is primarily in cloud-dependent web architectures, standard mobile apps, or if you represent an offshore agency, please pass on this listing.
The Traction & Terms
- Status: Fully incorporated as a Delaware C-Corp. Multi-window desktop wireframe maps are complete, and a comprehensive 12-section technical requirements specifications manual is 100% development-ready.
- Active Seed Pipeline: Multiple applications are currently submitted and under review with regional angel networks and startup investors. We possess deep, active distribution roots and have secured 11 Letters of Intent from regional investigations firm principals.
- Compensation: Offering a 30% founding equity stake with standard 4-year vesting and a 1-year cliff. Marketing and capital re-investment belong entirely to the founder.
How to Apply
If you are a U.S.-based senior systems engineer passionate about data privacy, native desktop speed, and absolute local control, reach out directly to review the technical specification manual under a standard NDA.
Contact: charles@getcaselight.com