Forward Deployed Software Engineer

Jobot; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% covered health benefits

401(k)

Unlimited PTO

Learning stipends

Job summary

Jobot is hiring a Senior Software Engineer to develop and deploy bespoke software solutions and data workflows for fast-moving hardware-testing customers. You will collaborate with Sales and Operations, support pre-sales discussions, and shape the product with direct customer feedback.

The role emphasizes autonomy, strong problem-solving, and a user-first mindset, with travel to customer sites and a focus on building backend systems using Java in a cutting-edge hardware domain.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in software development with a high degree of autonomy.
• Strong analytical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
• A user-first perspective with the ability to apply software to real-world, high-impact engineering challenges.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% to engage with customers at technical sites.
• Experience building backend systems using Java or other backend languages and frameworks.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy tailored software solutions, tools, and integrations.
• Design and maintain data workflows connecting client data systems with internal platforms.
• Collaborate with Sales and Operations to support technical evaluations and define project scope.
• Relay technical feedback and user insights to influence product direction.
• Contribute to team growth by assisting in recruitment and onboarding of new engineers.

Skills

Software development

Autonomy

Analytical thinking

User-centric design

Backend development

Java

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Java

Backend frameworks

Job description

Series B Startup | $500 Valuation | Revolutionizing Hardware Testing

Salary: $150,000 - $210,000 per year

Our Company

Join a fast-growing, well-funded Series B startup at the forefront of building the modern test stack for hardware engineering teams. Founded by MIT, SpaceX, Palantir, Anduril, NASA, and Harvard alumni and backed by top-tier investors like Founders Fund and General Catalyst. This company is revolutionizing how aerospace, autonomy, clean energy, and advanced manufacturing teams collect, validate, and act on real-time data.

Why join us?

• High-growth startup with long runway and serious backing
• Ownership and impact: Build features from scratch, influence the roadmap
• Deeply technical product serving cutting-edge industries
• Competitive salary + meaningful equity
• 100% covered health benefits, 401(k), unlimited PTO, learning stipends

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy tailored software solutions, tools, and integrations that address unique customer needs, with a strong focus on fast iteration and functional prototypes.
• Design and maintain robust data workflows that facilitate seamless connectivity between client data systems and our internal platforms, often operating in highly technical and unconventional environments.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including Sales and Operations—to support technical evaluations, guide pre-sales discussions, and define the scope of customer-facing projects.
• Serve as a key voice of the customer by relaying technical feedback and user insights to influence product direction and shape future feature development.
• Contribute to team growth by participating in recruitment, conducting technical interviews, and helping onboard new engineering team members.

Job Requirements

• Proven experience in software development, particularly in environments that require adaptability and a high degree of autonomy.
• Strong analytical thinking and creative problem-solving skills, with the ability to work efficiently and independently.
• A user-first perspective with a clear enthusiasm for applying software to real-world, high-impact engineering challenges.
• Eagerness to be part of an early-stage team building tools that enhance the capabilities of advanced hardware systems and teams.
• Willingness to travel up to 25–50% to engage directly with customers at technical sites, such as aerospace test facilities or high-precision manufacturing environments.
• Experience building backend systems using Java or any other backend languages, tools, and frameworks
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science preferred

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.