Software Engineer

Venture-backed company building software and data solutions for organizations that test and validate complex systems like drones, rocket engines, satellites, and nuclear reactors.
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
51 - 100 Employees
AI · Space · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Software Engineer

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.

Last updated 21 hours ago

Responsibilities For Software Engineer

  • Innovate at the cutting edge of data infrastructure, working with high frequency, high volume, streaming data
  • Design and build scalable APIs for handling massive volumes of data
  • Help grow the team by sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding new engineers

Requirements For Software Engineer

Java
JavaScript
TypeScript
React
PostgreSQL
Kafka
  • Experience developing and deploying infrastructure for high-scale distributed systems or complex internal tools
  • Willingness to be a foundational member of the early team
  • Interest in occasionally traveling to spend time with end-users on-site

Benefits For Software Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Education Budget
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with 100% of premiums covered
  • Unlimited PTO/sick leave
  • Free lunch, snacks, and coffee
  • Learning stipend
  • Quarterly company retreats

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