Staff Software Engineer, Engineering Applications

Archer; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in San Jose is seeking a Full-Stack Software Engineer to develop and maintain applications that enhance the efficiency of testing and configuration management for all-electric aircraft. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and requires a Bachelor's in Computer Science, along with 5+ years of relevant experience. Preferred qualifications include familiarity with modern web technologies and practices. The company values diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software development experience focused on tooling, automation, or DevOps.
• 2+ years of software tool development experience in the aerospace industry.
• Strong foundation in software development best practices, including version control and code reviews.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain modern applications to assist with testing and configuration management.
• Ensure infrastructure and tooling are scalable and reliable.
• Collaborate closely with hardware engineers and embedded software developers.

Skills

Tooling

Automation

DevOps

TypeScript

JavaScript

Go

React

Node Express

PostgreSQL

Docker

Kubernetes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

Jest

React Testing Library

Job description

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all‑electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all‑electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise.

We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences and supports all of our team members.

What You’ll Do

Develop Full‑Stack Web Applications and Integration Tools: Design, build, and maintain modern TypeScript, JavaScript, and Go applications to assist with testing, data capture, and configuration management of our aircraft. This work spans web applications, web APIs, and desktop environments, initially focused on the management of airplane system test lab configurations.

Identify Gaps in Processes and Workflows: Use existing vehicle development knowledge and prior experience to identify new tooling and application needs, as well as optimize or refactor existing toolchains and integrations.

Key Responsibilities

• Build for Reliability: Ensure the infrastructure and tooling you create are scalable, reliable, and easy to maintain. Document your work and champion best practices across the engineering organization.
• Collaborate Cross‑Functionally: Work closely with hardware engineers, embedded software developers, and integration/lab teams to understand their requirements and build the tools they need to succeed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience, with a strong emphasis on tooling, automation, or DevOps.
• 2+ years of software tool development experience in the aerospace industry.
• Experience with front‑end development (e.g., using TypeScript / React).
• Experience with back‑end development (e.g., using Node Express or Gin).
• Strong ability with relational databases and schema design (e.g., using PostgreSQL).
• A strong foundation in software development best practices, including version control (Git), code reviews, and testing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with GraphQL and GraphQL backend engines (bonus for Hasura).
• Experience with modern React/TypeScript frontend libraries (e.g., Flowbite‑React, PrimeReact).
• Proficient in writing and maintaining automated tests using frameworks (e.g., Jest, React Testing Library).
• Demonstrable experience designing, building, and maintaining Tailwind CSS web interfaces.
• Experience building RESTful APIs.
• Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of hardware communication standards like CAN bus, ARINC‑429, or RS‑422.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time.