We are hiring a Tech Lead Full Stack Developer for a full-time position based in Santa Monica, California with a leading aviation technology company. This organization builds mission?critical software supporting flight operations, safety systems, and enterprise aviation platforms. The technology stack includes React on the frontend and Golang, Node.js, and/or Java on the backend, deployed on modern cloud infrastructure.
This is a standout opportunity to take ownership of high impact aviation systems where reliability, performance, and scale truly matter. The team is looking for a hands-on technical leader who enjoys mentoring engineers, shaping architecture, and solving complex engineering challenges in a regulated environment. You'll gain exposure to large scale distributed systems, real world operational constraints, and long term platform design while maintaining strong work-life balance and career growth into senior technical or engineering leadership paths.
Required Skills & Experience
7+ years of professional software development experience
Strong expertise in React and modern JavaScript/TypeScript
Backend experience with Golang, Node.js, or Java (deep expertise in at least one)
Experience designing and building RESTful APIs and backend services
Proven experience serving as a Tech Lead or Senior Engineer
Strong understanding of system design, scalability, and performance
Experience working in agile development environments
Desired Skills & Experience
Aviation, transportation, or safety?critical systems experience
Experience with microservices and distributed systems
Cloud experience (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform)
Docker and Kubernetes exposure
CI/CD pipeline and DevOps collaboration
Experience mentoring engineers and conducting code reviews
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
45% React Frontend Development
40% Backend Development (Golang, Node.js, Java)
15% Architecture, DevOps, and System Design
Daily Responsibilities
70% Hands On
15% Management Duties
15% Team Collaboration
The Offer
Equity eligible
You will receive the following benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Vacation Time
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full time basis now and in the future.
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- Dice Id: 10105282
- Position Id: 874313
- Posted 4 hours ago
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