Founding Full Stack Engineer

Founding Full Stack Developer - Hybrid - Austin, TexasAbout the CompanyWe’re partnered with a venture-backed aerospace technology startup building next-generation software and autonomy solutions designed to improve how complex aerial systems are operated, monitored, and scaled.The company is developing advanced technology at the intersection of aerospace, autonomy, and real-time data systems, with a focus on delivering highly reliable, mission-critical platforms for commercial and government applications.Following strong early traction, they’re now looking to make a key founding engineering hire to help accelerate product development and shape the future of the platform.The OpportunityThis is a rare opportunity to join as a Founding Full Stack Developer, working directly with the leadership team to architect and build the core software platform from the ground up.You’ll have significant ownership across both frontend and backend development, helping shape technical decisions, product direction, infrastructure, and engineering culture during a critical growth phase.The environment is fast-moving, collaborative, and highly product-focused, making it ideal for someone who enjoys solving difficult technical problems and building scalable systems in an early-stage setting.What You’ll Be DoingBuilding and scaling full stack applications using TypeScript across the frontend and backendDeveloping modern frontend interfaces with React and Next.jsDesigning and building backend services using Node.js and TypeScriptCreating APIs, data pipelines, and real-time application featuresCollaborating closely with founders, engineers, and product stakeholdersHelping define architecture, tooling, and development standardsSupporting cloud infrastructure, deployments, and system scalabilityTaking ownership of features from concept through to productionContributing to long-term technical strategy and future team growthWhat They’re Looking ForStrong commercial experience as a Full Stack Engineer or Software DeveloperStrong TypeScript and Node.js development experienceExperience with modern frontend frameworks such as React and Next.jsExperience building scalable APIs and backend servicesStrong understanding of modern web architecture and cloud-based systemsExperience working in startup or high-growth environmentsAbility to work autonomously and take ownership in a fast-paced settingProduct-minded approach with strong problem-solving skillsPassion for building technology with real-world impactNice to HaveExperience with real-time systems, telemetry, mapping, or data visualisationExposure to aerospace, robotics, autonomy, or defence-related technologyExperience with AWS or modern cloud infrastructureDevOps or CI/CD experiencePrevious experience as an early engineering hire or founding engineerWhy Join?Foundational engineering role with significant ownershipOpportunity to influence both technical direction and company growthEquity/package aligned with an early-stage founding hireWork directly alongside experienced founders and technical leadersHigh-impact work on genuinely cutting-edge technologyHybrid working environment in Austin, TexasFlexible, high-autonomy culture with strong long-term growth potentialLocationHybrid role based in Austin, Texas.Interested?If you’re excited about building scalable software products within a cutting-edge aerospace environment and want to help shape a company from the ground up, we’d love to hear from you.