Remote Senior Full Stack Engineer

Description:

• SkyGrid is seeking an experienced Senior Full Stack Engineer to join their team in Austin, Texas, focusing on the architecture and development of APIs, database schemas, and frontend applications.
• The role involves using Python on ECS/EKS, PostgreSQL, and React/NextJS (TypeScript).
• The engineer will develop effective CI pipelines and coding practices to ensure the quality and correctness of software products.
• Responsibilities include working closely with test engineers to implement an automated test suite using pytest, JUnit, Cypress, Postman collections, and GitLab CI.
• The individual will also guide and mentor a team of junior engineers.
• Performance objectives include implementing and deploying SkyGrid’s prototype software and maintaining high-quality documentation for APIs and applications.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 8+ years of software engineering industry experience.
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field is required.
• Experience in a technical leadership role with the ability to make high-level architectural design decisions for distributed systems is essential.
• Proven experience in developing distributed applications and APIs using REST, gRPC, GraphQL, or similar, preferably in Python, is necessary.
• Familiarity with TypeScript and front-end frameworks like React, Vue, or Angular is required.
• Candidates should be comfortable working in Docker and deploying to cloud container runtimes such as AWS ECS or Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL, including database migrations and query optimization, is needed.
• Strong technical documentation skills and effective communication abilities are essential.
• The ability to translate business needs into technical solutions without significant guidance is required.
• Proficiency in Git and comfort working in Linux or MacOS environments is necessary.

Benefits:

• The position offers the opportunity to work in a cutting-edge field focused on autonomous flight and Advanced Air Mobility.
• Employees will have the chance to mentor junior engineers and contribute to the development of innovative software solutions.
• The role includes participation in Agile development practices, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• SkyGrid provides a supportive atmosphere for professional growth and development in a rapidly evolving industry.