Software Engineer I
The Software Engineer I at Confidential Client will develop full stack applications supporting design and manufacturing engineers, automating workflows and enabling real-time operational insights. This role involves building scalable software solutions across front-end, back-end, and data layers, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to accelerate rocket factory and launch platform progress.
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, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Role Overview
Confidential Client is seeking a Full Stack Software Engineer I to join a Factory Platform team focused on automating and scaling manufacturing and test workflows. You’ll build web applications, data pipelines, and tools that give engineers and operators real-time visibility into production and test systems. This is an early‑career/full‑stack role that combines front‑end, back‑end, and data work in a fast‑moving engineering environment.
What You’ll Do
- Deliver full‑stack features: responsive UIs, robust back‑end services, and data integrations
- Build and maintain data pipelines and dashboards that process telemetry and test data
- Work closely with design, manufacturing, test, and supply chain teams to understand needs and iterate quickly
- Write clean, testable code and participate in CI/CD, code reviews, and agile development practices
- Troubleshoot production issues and optimize systems for performance and reliability
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Software, Electrical, Aerospace, or related engineering field, OR equivalent experience
- 1+ years of professional software development experience (including internships, co‑ops, or shipped academic/personal projects)
- Strong computer science fundamentals: data structures, algorithms, systems thinking, and software testing
- Experience building web applications with modern frameworks and languages
- Comfortable working across front‑end, back‑end, and data layers
- Eagerness to learn new technologies and collaborate directly with engineers and operators on the factory floor
Nice to Have
- Experience with React or similar front‑end frameworks
- Familiarity with data engineering tools and processing large datasets
- Exposure to manufacturing, hardware, test & measurement systems, or physical‑world domains
- Experience building dashboards, visualizations, or analytics products
- Contributions to open‑source projects or experience shipping end‑to‑end software products
Compensation & Benefits
- Hiring Range: $115,000—$173,000 USD (salary will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job‑related factors)
- Competitive salary and equity, generous PTO, parental leave, and an annual learning & development stipend, among other benefits
Location & Work Authorization
- This position is based in Long Beach, CA. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. for this role.
Other Notes
- You will be employed by Confidential Client (via Careertakes). Careertakes may provide access to other matched opportunities through our platform.
- If you require a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process, please request it as part of your application or contact the Careertakes team.
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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