Tech Lead Full Stack Developer

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 GCP) 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr