About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Software Development.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an early-career Full Stack Software Engineer (Entry-Junior) to join a product-focused engineering team in San Francisco, CA. This role emphasizes frontend work (React + TypeScript) with opportunities to contribute to backend services, APIs, and data flow across systems that interact with mission-critical hardware. You will work with experienced engineers to ship greenfield features, learn full-stack development, and help deliver reliable, high-performance software.

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What You’ll Do

• Build and improve browser-based user interfaces with a focus on usability, performance, and accessibility.
• Implement frontend features using JavaScript/TypeScript and React.
• Contribute to backend services and APIs that support frontend applications (APIs, databases, basic service logic).
• Work across the stack to support data flow, system performance, and reliability.
• Collaborate closely with engineers and operators to translate real-world operational needs into software solutions.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code; participate in code reviews and iterative design.
• Help drive greenfield projects from concept through launch.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with JavaScript/TypeScript and React through coursework, internships, or personal projects.
• Basic understanding of backend development concepts (APIs, databases, services).
• Strong problem-solving skills, curiosity, and eagerness to learn new technologies.
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.

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Nice to Have

• Experience building end-to-end (full-stack) projects — personal, academic, or professional.
• Familiarity with modern web architecture and client-server data flow patterns.
• Exposure to real-time or streaming data systems.
• Interest in systems programming, performance optimization, or infrastructure.

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Benefits & Compensation (Summary)

• Competitive salary and substantial equity for full-time employees.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Catered lunch and an employee-focused office environment.
• Unlimited PTO (trust-based policy for full-time employees).

Note: This summary highlights common benefits; exact offerings and eligibility will be confirmed by our client during the hiring process.

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Location, Authorization & Compliance

• Location: San Francisco, CA (on-site or hybrid as determined by the client).
• Employment Type: Full-time.
• Work Authorization: To comply with certain U.S. Government export-control regulations (e.g., ITAR) and the client’s contractual obligations, applicants must be one of:
  • U.S. citizens or nationals;
  • U.S. lawful permanent residents (green card holders);
  • Refugees under 8 U.S.C. 1157; or
  • Asylees under 8 U.S.C. 1158;
  • Or otherwise eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
• Background checks and verification of eligibility to work may be required where permitted by law.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities. If you need an accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please let Careertakes know.

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Why Join

• Learn from a team experienced in building software for critical hardware applications across aerospace, automotive, energy, and manufacturing.
• Work on technically challenging problems with direct, real-world impact.
• Gain rapid professional growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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