Software Engineer, Fullstack

Shinkei; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

80 hours of paid time off

Seremoni-grade fish to take home

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Job summary

A technology firm specializing in food processing is seeking a Full Stack Software Engineer to contribute to the ShinkeiOS platform. The role includes designing and maintaining backend services, developing user-friendly interfaces, and collaborating with robotics and operations teams. Candidates should have experience in building full stack applications, proficiency in frontend and backend technologies, and a strong understanding of databases and CI/CD principles. This is a 100% in-person position in El Segundo, CA.

Qualifications

• Professional experience building and owning full stack applications in production environments.
• Strong proficiency with both frontend and backend technologies like React, Node.js, or Python.
• Solid understanding of relational and/or non-relational databases, data modeling, and query optimization.
• Experience applying UX/UI design principles to build clear, effective user interfaces.
• Working knowledge of CI/CD pipelines such as GitHub Actions or CircleCI.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerized deployments (Docker; Kubernetes is a plus).
• Clear communication skills and ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.
• Comfort taking ownership in an ambiguous, fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain ShinkeiOS, our internal full stack web application.
• Build and own backend services and APIs for data management and reporting.
• Develop intuitive frontend experiences that translate complex operational needs.
• Implement and maintain foundational DevOps workflows.
• Collaborate closely with robotics, operations, and business teams.
• Use real-world feedback and operational data to improve system performance.

Skills

Full stack ownership

Frontend & Backend

Databases

UX/UI design

CI/CD

Cloud platforms

Containerization

Effective communication

Ownership in ambiguity

Job description

Shinkei Systems builds technology that improves how food moves through the world.

We design robotic and software systems that bring consistency, quality, and care to seafood processing—preserving value, reducing waste, and supporting healthier supply chains. Our work is grounded in respect for craft, informed by long-standing practices, and executed with modern engineering.

This is applied, real-world work. The systems we build operate in demanding environments and have visible, tangible impact.

The Role

This role contributes directly to the software systems that connect Shinkei’s robotics, operations, and customers. As one of the first Full Stack Software Engineers at Shinkei, you’ll play a key role in designing and building ShinkeiOS, our internal web platform that tracks fish from catch to customer and powers day-to-day operations across the company.

You’ll work on problems that require technical rigor, thoughtful product judgment, and end-to-end ownership—balancing usability, reliability, and scalability as our systems grow alongside our hardware and operations.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain ShinkeiOS, our internal full stack web application supporting operational workflows from catch through customer delivery
• Build and own backend services and APIs for data management, reporting, and integrations with robotic systems, ERP platforms, and external partners
• Develop intuitive, user-centered frontend experiences that translate complex operational needs into clear, usable tools
• Implement and maintain foundational DevOps workflows including deployments, monitoring, logging, and automated testing to ensure system reliability and scalability
• Collaborate closely with robotics, operations, and business teams to gather requirements, iterate on features, and deliver practical, production-ready software
• Use real-world feedback and operational data to continuously improve system performance and usability

What You’ll Need

• Professional experience building and owning full stack applications in production environments
• Strong proficiency with both frontend and backend technologies (e.g., React, Vue, or Angular; Node.js, Python, Go, or similar)
• Solid understanding of relational and/or non-relational databases, data modeling, and query optimization
• Experience applying UX/UI design principles to build clear, effective user interfaces
• Working knowledge of CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, CodeBuild, CircleCI)
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerized deployments (Docker; Kubernetes a plus)
• Clear, pragmatic communication skills and the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams
• Comfort taking ownership in an ambiguous, fast-moving environment

Bonus If You Have Experience With

• Designing internal tools for operations-heavy or industrial environments
• Integrating software systems with hardware or robotic platforms
• Operational analytics, reporting, or data-driven decision-making
• High-reliability or safety-conscious systems
• Food systems, seafood processing, or supply chain operations

How We Work

• Low ego, high ownership
• Thoughtful decision-making and clear communication
• Respect for craft—mechanical, digital, and operational
• Building systems that last
• Health, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance
• 80 hours of paid time off, accrued throughout the year
• Seremoni-grade fish to take home—so the quality we build can be experienced at the table as well as in the field

Other Things to Know

• This is a 100% in-person role based in El Segundo, CA
• The role requires close collaboration with robotics and operations teams and hands-on support for our processing facility workflows
• You’ll be joining during a key growth phase—supporting new fish species, expanding our robotic footprint, and building software tools that improve fisherman efficiency and operational visibility

Shinkei Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in background, experience, and perspective, and are committed to building an inclusive, respectful workplace.