Software Development Engineer

rebuildmanufacturing; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Re:Build, based in Los Angeles, CA, seeks a Mid-Level Software Engineer to design scalable software and implement AI-enhanced solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ship features end-to-end, review code, and champion best practices in testing and observability.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of production experience, strong knowledge of C#, JavaScript, Python, and AWS, plus REST/GraphQL APIs and Agile experience. Travel quarterly to team sites is expected.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience writing software in production environments.
• Experience with multiple languages and software stacks (Web, Windows Desktop, Cloud, IoT).
• Experience with REST and GraphQL APIs.
• Experience with AWS cloud services and infrastructure.
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools in a professional setting.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and fast-paced development.
• Hands-on experience with Git and collaborative workflows.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to software design and architecture for scalable systems.
• Develop and enhance new features with maintainable code.
• Identify and resolve bugs, optimize performance.
• Use AI-powered tools to accelerate delivery while preserving quality.
• Write and maintain automated tests for reliable releases.
• Participate in code reviews and follow coding guidelines.
• Collaborate with QA, Product Management, and DevOps across teams.
• Contribute to sprint planning, estimation, and technical documentation.
• Adhere to internal guidelines and company software standards.

Skills

C#

JavaScript

Python

SQL

Software design patterns

REST APIs

GraphQL

Agile

English fluency

Problem solving

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

AWS

Claude Code

CI/CD tooling

Git (version control)

Job description

About Re:Build

At Re:Build, our mission is to ensure the next generation of important products are made, at scale, in America. We are laying the foundation for a better future for our customers, employees, and communities by revitalizing America's manufacturing base and creating meaningful jobs across the country, including in historically deindustrialized regions.

We operate an advanced, end-to-end manufacturing platform that partners with industrial companies and innovators to take products from first concept to full-scale production in critical verticals including aerospace and defense, electrification, medical, energy and environment, and robotics and automation.

The way we operate is as important as the work we do. It's guided by The Re:Build Way, 16 principles that shape how we collaborate with each other, partner with our customers and vendors, and contribute to the communities where we operate. (link to The Re:Build Way principles )

Who we are looking for

The Software Engineer contributes to designing and implementing scalable technical solutions while supporting the broader engineering team. They actively participate in software architecture and system build discussions, writing clean, maintainable code and employing AI-enhanced development solutions to boost velocity and quality. With strong problem-solving skills, they debug complex issues, optimize system performance, and make sound trade-offs between speed and long-term maintainability. Collaboration across diverse functional groups; product, build, and QA is essential for shipping features end-to-end and driving product development. The Mid-Level Software Engineer adheres to coding standards, performs thorough code reviews, and champions best practices around testing, CI/CD, and observability. They stay current with evolving technologies, frameworks, and AI-driven engineering practices, continuously sharpening their skills to contribute effectively to project and team goals.

What you get to do

• Contribute to software design and architecture, ensuring scalability and reliability in line with team goals.
• Develop and enhance new features, ensuring the codebase remains maintainable and efficient.
• Identify and resolve bugs while optimizing code for performance and scalability.
• Use development tools improved by artificial intelligence to accelerate delivery and support debugging, while maintaining code quality.
• Write and maintain automated tests to support reliable, repeatable releases.
• Participate in code reviews, ensuring adherence to industry standards and recommended coding guidelines.
• Contribute to piloting and adopting emerging AI-powered engineering tools and workflows as part of the team's broader AI initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including QA, Product Management, and DevOps, to ensure smooth product development and delivery.
• Contribute to sprint planning, estimation, and technical documentation.
• Adhere to guidelines with company software.
• Work in accordance with The Re:Build Way.

What you bring to the Team

• 3+ years' experience writing software in production environments.
• Demonstrated understanding of software technologies across multiple computer languages.
• Experience with high-level languages such as C#, JavaScript, Python, SQL, etc.
• Experience with design patterns, algorithms, and other computer science fundamentals.
• Experience with various software stacks, including Web, Windows Desktop, Cloud, and IoT.
• Experience with API technologies, including REST and GraphQL.
• Experience with AWS cloud services and infrastructure, including services like Lambda, S3, and API Gateway.
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Claude Code) in a professional setting.
• Experience working in Agile methodology and thriving in fast-paced development environments.
• Hands-on experience with version control (Git) and collaborative development workflows.
• Familiarity with automated testing practices (unit, integration) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience in practice.
• Willingness to travel.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Location

For consideration candidates must be based either in Seattle, WA or Los Angeles CA

Travel Requirement

Quarterly travel to the Los Angeles, CA office is required for team meetings and to site locations.

Salary

The base salary range for this position is $111,543 - $167,315 per year. This range represents the Company's good faith estimate of the base compensation for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for annual incentive compensation and/or long-term incentives, subject to Company plans. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package i