Senior Software Engineer

Re:Build Manufacturing; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 214,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Re:Build Manufacturing seeks a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, and scale cloud-native software powering its digital platforms. You will work with product, design, and cross-functional teams to solve business problems and integrate AI/ML where value is added, delivering high-quality software with a balance of speed, reliability, and maintainability.

You will collaborate across engineering and management to drive architecture decisions, mentor teammates, and contribute to

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience developing professional software with cloud-based application development.
• Strong full-stack development with modern backend technologies and frontend frameworks, especially React/TypeScript.
• Experience architecting and deploying cloud-native, serverless, and containerized apps on AWS.
• Proven experience architecting Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) systems with LLMs, vector DBs, embeddings, and semantic search.
• Proficiency in designing RESTful and GraphQL APIs.
• Awareness of authentication, authorization, encryption, and compliance best practices for cloud-hosted apps.
• Hands-on Agile experience and cross-team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect software systems with scalability, reliability, and performance in mind.
• Resolve complex technical challenges and optimize system performance with innovative solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers, providing technical leadership and direction.
• Write and maintain technical documentation.
• Collaborate with product, QA, and operations to drive product development and delivery.
• Adhere to best practices in company software development.

Skills

React/TypeScript

AWS cloud

RAG with LLM

REST/GraphQL APIs

Agile practices

Mentoring/leadership

Tools

AWS Lambda

ECS

DynamoDB

S3

Step Functions

API Gateway

Fargate

Job description

About Re:Build Manufacturing

Re:Build Manufacturing is a growing family of industrial and engineering businesses that combine enabling technologies, operational excellence, and strategic M&A to build America’s next‑generation industrial company. At Re:Build we deploy deep expertise in engineering, operations management, and technology to supercharge the performance of our member companies, creating differentiated outcomes in a fast‑paced, principled culture.

Our portfolio spans a wide array of industries including aerospace, defense, mobility, healthcare, pharma, biotech, clean tech, chemicals, energy, food production and industrial equipment. We offer services such as product and systems design, automation, fabrication, assembly, and large‑volume contract manufacturing.

Senior Software Engineer

The Senior Software Engineer is a key technical contributor who designs, develops, and scales cloud‑native software solutions that power Re:Build’s digital platforms. This role blends hands‑on engineering with architectural influence, emphasizing ownership, accountability, and long‑term system health.

You will collaborate closely with product, design, and cross‑functional engineering partners to solve real business problems, integrate emerging technologies such as AI/ML where measurable value is added, and deliver high‑quality software that balances speed, reliability, and maintainability.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect software systems with scalability, reliability, and performance in mind.
• Resolve complex technical challenges and optimize system performance through innovative solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers, providing technical leadership and direction to support their growth.
• Write and maintain technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams—including product, QA, and operations—to drive product development and ensure successful delivery.
• Adhere to best practices in company software development.

Must‑Have Qualifications

Experience

• 7+ years of experience developing professional software with a solid understanding of cloud‑based application development.

Programming & Frameworks

• Strong full‑stack development expertise with modern backend technologies and frontend frameworks, especially React/TypeScript.

Cloud & Infrastructure

• Experience architecting and deploying cloud‑native, serverless, and containerized applications on AWS (Lambda, ECS, DynamoDB, S3, Step Functions, API Gateway, Fargate).

AI/ML Integration

• Proven experience architecting Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) systems utilizing large language models, vector databases, embeddings, and semantic search, including prompt engineering and production deployment.

APIs & Integration

• Proficiency in designing and working with RESTful and GraphQL APIs.

Security & Compliance

• Awareness of authentication, authorization, encryption, and compliance best practices for cloud‑hosted applications.

Agile Practices

• Hands‑on experience participating in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, retrospectives, and cross‑team collaboration.

Personal & Professional Attributes

• Enthusiastic, optimistic, and a can‑do attitude.
• Leads by example, mentors peers, and takes ownership of key technical decisions with confidence and humility.
• Analytical and inventive, breaking down complex challenges and designing efficient solutions.
• Adaptable, resilient, navigating shifting priorities and evolving business needs.
• Clear, thoughtful communicator fostering trust and alignment across teams.
• Highly organized and effective in fast‑paced environments.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with consistent attention to detail and quality.
• Collaborative teammate who works seamlessly across engineering, management, and cross‑functional partners.

Location / Travel

• Candidates must currently reside in the Seattle, WA or Los Angeles, CA metropolitan areas.
• Quarterly travel to the downtown Los Angeles office is required.

Export Control Requirement: Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Compensation: The base salary range for this position is $143,000–$214,000 per year, with additional incentive compensation and long‑term incentives potentially available. A comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and other benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Re:Build Manufacturing is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. For assistance, contact [e-mail] or 617‑909‑6275.