Senior Full Stack Software Engineer

Purpose

Divergent is seeking a Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer to develop and scale software systems that power the next generation of digital manufacturing. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives on solving complex technical challenges, driving architectural decisions, and delivering business-critical applications across engineering, manufacturing, and factory operations.

As a Senior Engineer, you will own large-scale initiatives from concept through deployment, influence technical strategy, mentor other engineers, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver highly reliable and scalable software platforms. You will operate with significant autonomy and play a key role in advancing the software ecosystem that enables Divergent's automated manufacturing platform.

The Role

Full-Stack Application Development

• Design, build, and maintain production-grade applications using TypeScript, Node.js, React, and modern web technologies.
• Develop robust APIs, services, and user experiences that support critical business functions.
• Deliver complex features and systems from requirements gathering through deployment and operational support.
• Optimize application performance, reliability, and user experience across the full technology stack.

Data Architecture & Systems Design

• Design and evolve relational and NoSQL data models supporting large-scale manufacturing and engineering applications.
• Develop scalable data architectures that enable analytics, automation, and operational decision-making.
• Ensure system integrity, security, performance, and maintainability across distributed environments.

Cross-Functional Impact

• Collaborate closely with Product Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Robotics, Design Engineering, and Operations teams.
• Translate complex business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor to stakeholders across the organization.
• Lead technical discussions and influence decision-making across multiple teams and projects.

Mentorship & Engineering Excellence

• Mentor and develop junior and mid-level engineers through technical guidance, code reviews, and design reviews.
• Promote engineering best practices, software quality, testing strategies, and operational excellence.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across development processes, tooling, and team effectiveness.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, ownership, and technical excellence.

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology subject to U.S. export controls.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline; equivalent practical experience considered.
• 8+ years of professional software engineering experience, including significant full-stack development experience.
• Expert-level proficiency in TypeScript and Node.js.
• Extensive experience developing modern web applications using React or comparable front-end frameworks.
• Strong expertise in relational and NoSQL database design, data modeling, and system architecture.
• Demonstrated experience designing and delivering large-scale, production-ready software systems.
• Experience leading complex technical initiatives spanning multiple projects or teams.
• Strong software design, debugging, performance optimization, and troubleshooting skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building software platforms for manufacturing, industrial automation, robotics, aerospace, automotive, or defense environments.
• Experience with cloud-native architectures, distributed systems, and event-driven applications.
• Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and modern infrastructure platforms.
• Experience building CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
• Experience integrating enterprise systems such as ERP, PLM, MES, or manufacturing execution platforms.
• Demonstrated track record mentoring engineers and driving technical excellence across teams.
• Experience influencing technical strategy and architectural direction.

Work Environment

• This position is based onsite at Divergent's headquarters in Torrance, California.
• Expected onsite schedule is four days per week.

Compensation

This position is aligned to E05 - Senior Engineer within Divergent's Engineering Career Framework.

E05 - Senior Engineer: $141,380 - $194,390 + Equity

What We Offer

• Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
• Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
• Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
• Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.