Nominal is an innovative venture-backed company at the intersection of aerospace, defense, and advanced technology, with offices in Los Angeles, Austin, and New York City. They're building cutting-edge software and data solutions for testing and validating complex systems like drones, rocket engines, satellites, and nuclear reactors. The company is backed by prestigious investors including General Catalyst, Founders Fund, and Lux Capital, and works directly with the Department of Defense.
As a Software Engineer, you'll be joining a team of experienced professionals from SpaceX, Palantir, Anduril, Lockheed Martin, and NASA. You'll be responsible for architecting and building end-to-end features and tooling, with a focus on high-frequency, high-volume data infrastructure and scalable APIs. The role offers unique opportunities to work with advanced technologies and occasionally visit fascinating sites like rocket test stands and spacecraft clean rooms.
The position requires expertise in modern technologies including TypeScript, Next.js, Java, and various data technologies. You'll be working with cutting-edge tools and infrastructure while helping to scale the engineering team. The company offers excellent benefits including full medical coverage, unlimited PTO, learning opportunities, and regular team retreats. This is an ideal role for someone passionate about combining software engineering with real-world hardware applications in aerospace and defense.