Who We Are amp At Firestorm we are building the future of expeditionary defense manufacturing and autonomous systems Modern conflict has exposed a fundamental problem the systems needed most by operators are often too expensive too slow to produce and too difficult to sustain at scale Firestorm exists to change thatamp amp We develop missionadaptable aerial systems and deployable manufacturing infrastructure designed to put capability directly into the hands of the warfighter From modular unmanned aircraft to xCell our deployable microfactory our goal is to make defense systems rapidly deployable adaptable and producible at the point of needamp amp We are looking for builders operators and problemsolvers who want to work on meaningful technology with realworld impactamp About the Role amp Firestorm builds uncrewed aircraft and the manufacturing network that produces them fullcapability plants deployable xCell edge factories and forwarddeployed sites that stand up production near the point of need amp Crucible is the software that runs that network It plans and executes production across factories that dont look alike using supply that isnt guaranteed to arrive It runs in the cloud inside a factory and airgapped in classified environments with consistent behavior across all threeamp amp The backend has to represent how production actually works materials inventory resources processes work constraints and the state of a factory as it changes It has to integrate with systems that own different pieces of that truth support planning and optimization and remain correct across deployments that may lose connectivity for hours or days amp We are hiring a Staff Backend Software Engineer to help build the core backend of Crucible The backend is heavily TypeScript today with GraphQL and Prisma but we expect the stack to evolve with the product amp What Youll Do amp Build Crucibles backend Design and ship the services APIs data models and workflows behind production planning and executionamp Own core system models Define how Crucible represents production materials inventory resources work and operational stateamp Design for distributed operation Build systems that behave correctly across cloud factory and disconnected deployments including synchronization reconciliation and failure recoveryamp Build durable integrations Connect Crucible to PLM ERP quality test optimization and other production systems through clear interfaces and ownership boundariesamp Make the system reliable Improve performance observability testing and failure handling for software used to run real productionamp Partner on architecture Work with software leadership and architecture on service boundaries data ownership system interfaces and technical directionamp Raise the engineering bar Review critical code and designs improve development practices and help other engineers solve difficult backend problemamp amp Required Qualifications amp US Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance 8 years building and shipping backend or distributed software in production with a proven trackrecord of successamp Strong backend software engineering fundamentals and demonstrated judgment choosing technologies and system designs appropriate to the problemamp amp Strong experience with at least one modern backend languageamp amp Strong relational data modeling API design and distributed systems fundamentalsamp Experience designing systems with complex state workflows and consistency requirementsamp Experience designing systems with synchronization distributed state or consistency challengesamp Experience operating and debugging production softwareamp Demonstrated ability to take ambiguous technical problems from design through deploymentamp Strong written and verbal communicationamp amp Preferred Qualifications amp Experience building production backend systems with TypeScriptNodejs GraphQL and Prisma or similar technologiesamp Experience with disconnected or intermittently connected systemsamp Experience with manufacturing logistics supply chain ERP or MES softwareamp Experience integrating with external enterprise or industrial systemsamp Aerospace defense robotics automotive or other complex physicalsystem experienceamp amp Work Environment amp This role is based in San Diego CA We welcome candidates who are local or open to relocating relocation assistance is available and may be included in the offer package where appropriate amp Compensation amp US Salary Range 175000 195000 USDamp amp The posted salary range reflects an estimate based on a variety of compensation factors including but not limited to relevant experience education certifications specialized skills geographic location and business needs Actual compensation may vary and this range is subject to change as our compensation structure or market conditions evolve amp amp Benefits amp Perks amp Our culture fosters collaboration respect and trust empowering passionate people to do their best work We offer a competitive salary comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career growth In addition to an opportunity to take part in an innovative collaborative and fastgrowing business with a highly motivated and skilled team we also take pride in taking care of our employees Here are just a few ways that we show our appreciationamp We offer comprehensive medical dental and visions plansamp 401k Retirement Savings Plan to invest in your longterm retirement goalsamp Equity grants for new hiresamp Unlimited PTOamp Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in July amp Decemberamp Generous Parental Leaveamp Lifestyle Spending Accountamp FSAamp DCFSAamp HSAamp Hospital Indemnity insuranceamp Critical Illness insuranceamp Accident insuranceamp Basic LifeADampD shortterm and longterm disability insurance 100 covered by Firestorm Plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your familyamp Mental Health Resources We provide free mental health resources 247 including therapy and more Additional worklife services such as free legal and financial support are available to you as wellamp amp Export Control Compliance amp To conform to US government export control regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ITAR and Export Administration Regulations EAR you must be a US citizen lawful permanent resident of the US protected individual as defined by 8 USC 1324ba3 or otherwise eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the US Department of State or US Department of Commerceamp amp Equal Opportunity Statement amp Firestorm is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and upholding equitable hiring practices All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic under federal state or local law including those with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance We actively encourage members of recognized minorities women Veterans and those with disabilities to apply and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview processamp Firestorm is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment If you require accommodations or assistance during the application process please dont hesitate to reach out to us at careerslaunchfirestormcom so we can provide the support you needamp
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