🛠 Tech Stack

💼 About This Role

You'll lead software architecture for autonomous defense platforms at a rapidly growing defense tech startup. You'll drive real-time performance, reliability, and security across the full stack from firmware to mission systems. This role offers high impact in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

🎯 What You'll Do

• Lead design, development, and testing of software for autonomous defense platforms
• Architect high-performance systems in C++, Rust, Python, or C
• Define end-to-end software architecture from firmware to mission software
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for hardware-software integration

📋 Requirements

• Expert-level proficiency in C++, Rust, Python, or C
• 10+ years leading large-scale projects (>10,000 lines of code)
• Deep expertise in real-time software and embedded systems
• On-site work in Huntington Beach, CA or San Francisco, CA

✨ Nice to Have

• Hands-on expertise in embedded Rust with Embassy
• Experience developing software for autonomous systems or defense applications
• Familiarity with sensor fusion and GNC systems

🎁 Benefits & Perks

• 💰 Competitive equity grants
• 🏥 Health insurance
• 📈 Retirement plans
• 📚 Professional development opportunities

📨 Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks · AI estimate

1. 1Recruiter Call· 30 min
2. 2Technical Screen· 60 min
3. 3On-site Interviews· 4 hours