Sr. Full Stack Software Engineer

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Full Stack Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role will involve deep engagement with our backend microservices, javascript front ends, and c++ edge processing applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software engineering, with specific expertise in distributed systems, relational database design, reactive frontend programming, and a keen eye for design. This role will report to the Manager of Platform Engineering.

What You'll Do

• Design, build, and maintain backend microservices, reactive frontends, and C++ edge applications.
• Contribute to architectural decisions for distributed systems and ensure technical scalability.
• Design and optimize relational database schemas, ETL pipelines, and data warehousing solutions.
• Debug and resolve complex production issues across the full software stack (backend, frontend, and edge).
• Ensure high reliability and performance in production systems.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to define and deliver solutions for our customers.
• Write clear technical documentation, including RFCs, design specifications, and product requirements, for multi-team projects.
• Participate in design and code reviews, promoting best practices in test-driven development.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a relevant software engineering role.
• Strong programming skills in Java, Kotlin, C++, or C# (we love our statically typed object oriented languages!).
• Excellent data modeling skills- extensive experience working with RDBMSs, ETL processes, and data warehousing.
• Experience in a test-driven development environment.
• Acute product sense, placing an emphasis on user experience.
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced dynamic environment while utilizing data to pivot to the most important task on hand.
• An iterative mindset- perfect is the enemy of good.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Kotlin for backend programming and have an allergy to monolithic frameworks and ORMs.
• Experience with TypeScript and React to create complex user interfaces.
• Experience working with foreign function interfaces to call rust and c++ from the JVM.
• A love of astronomy, physics, and science.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation - A salary package aligned with industry standards and your experience.
• Equity Opportunities - Take part in our success with stock options.

• Flexible Work Environment - Enjoy working from our office or in a hybrid work setup with the flexibility to work remotely part of the week.
• We require a minimum of 3 days per week in our office to support collaboration and team culture.
• (LA Office only)

• Unlimited PTO (exempt only) - Take the time you need with our flexible, trust-based vacation policy, including paid holidays. We encourage everyone to rest, recharge, and take care of themselves.
• Health & Wellness - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with 100% of the premium paid by the employer for employees.
• Cutting-Edge Tools - Get access to the latest hardware and software you need to do your best work.
• Mission-Driven Culture - Be part of a team working on meaningful challenges with real-world impact.
• Inclusive Team - We foster a supportive and diverse workplace where all voices are valued.