AI Assisted Software Engineer

Zone5Technologies; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company-match

Comprehensive benefits package

4 weeks of paid time off

Job summary

Zone5Technologies in San Luis Obispo, CA is seeking an AI‑Assisted Software Engineer to design and deploy enterprise-grade software solutions using modern AI tools. You will architect a custom ERP platform and work closely with operations to improve efficiency.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and over 5 years of experience in software engineering, particularly in full-stack development and AI-assisted workflows. This role offers a competitive salary range of $135,000 to $225,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Experience architecting and developing scalable business applications.
• Strong understanding of relational databases and API design.

Responsibilities

• Use AI‑assisted coding tools for enterprise applications development.
• Architect and develop a custom ERP platform.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to improve business systems.

Skills

Full-stack development

AI-assisted development

System architecture

Database management

Problem-solving

Cloud Platforms

JavaScript

Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

TypeScript

PostgreSQL

Docker

React/Next.js

Job description

At Zone 5 Technologies, we develop cutting‑edge autonomous unmanned aircraft solutions.

We are seeking an experienced AI‑Assisted Software Engineer / Enterprise Systems Builder to design, prototype, and deploy enterprise‑grade software solutions using modern AI‑assisted development tools. This role combines software engineering, systems architecture, product thinking, and rapid iteration to build internal applications, workflow automation, and a custom ERP platform that supports core business operations.

Responsibilities

• Use AI‑assisted coding tools to accelerate the development of enterprise applications and internal systems.
• Architect and develop a custom ERP platform supporting inventory management, purchasing and procurement, manufacturing workflows, scheduling and planning, CRM and customer management, finance and accounting integrations, and reporting and operational dashboards.
• Translate complex business processes into scalable software solutions.
• Build workflow automation tools and operational applications.
• Design and maintain APIs and third‑party integrations.
• Create and optimize database schemas while ensuring data integrity.
• Develop responsive web applications, portals, and administrative dashboards.
• Rapidly prototype new concepts and iterate directly with stakeholders.
• Leverage AI tools for code generation, refactoring, documentation, testing, architecture brainstorming, and debugging support.
• Review and validate AI‑generated code for quality, maintainability, and security.
• Establish development standards, deployment pipelines, and engineering workflows.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with operations, leadership, and end users to improve business systems and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field.
• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Strong full‑stack development experience building enterprise or operational software systems.
• Experience architecting and developing scalable business applications.
• Proficiency with AI‑assisted development workflows and tools.
• Strong understanding of system architecture, relational databases, API design and integrations, authentication and authorization, enterprise security practices, scalable application design.
• Experience with modern technologies such as TypeScript/JavaScript, Python, React/Next.js, Node.js, PostgreSQL, Docker, Cloud Platforms.
• Strong debugging, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment from ambiguous requirements and drive projects to completion.
• Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, startup‑style environment.
• S. Citizenship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building ERP, MES, manufacturing, or supply‑chain systems.
• Experience with multi‑tenant applications, workflow engines, RBAC and permissions systems, reporting and BI platforms, AI agents and orchestration tools, OCR and document processing, EDI integrations, DevOps and cloud infrastructure.
• Experience integrating LLM’s into internal business tools and workflows.

Onsite (San Luis Obispo, CA) $141k - $207k

Remote $135k - $192k

Pay range for this role: $135,000 – $225,000 USD.

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package.
• Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.
• 401k with company‑match.
• 4 weeks of paid time off each year.
• 12 annual company holidays.

Why Join Zone 5 Technologies?

• Innovative Environment: Work on cutting‑edge technology that is shaping the future of defense and aerospace.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

If you are passionate about unmanned aircraft technology and want to be a part of a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Zone 5 Technologies is a federal contractor and participates in E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility. As required by law, we will verify the identity and employment authorization of all new employees using the E‑Verify system. Learn more about your rights and responsibilities under E‑Verify: https://www.e-verify.gov.