Software Engineer, Lead

Rocket Lab

Long Beach, CA, United States
Base: $142,000 - $189,000 usd; bonus/equity: compy...
On-site
5+ years professional software development experience
Proven team leadership experience required
Proficiency in sql, rest apis, nodejs, c#/.net
The role involves leading a small technical team to develop full-stack software solutions that enhance the efficiency of critical Rocket Lab operations

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading a small technical team to develop full-stack software solutions that enhance the efficiency of critical Rocket Lab operations.
  • Candidates will provide front-line management, define product roadmaps, and conduct trade studies to gather system requirements for the Manufacturing Execution System platform.
  • Rocket Lab offers a total rewards package including company equity, top-tier medical plans, 3 weeks paid vacation, and access to an onsite gym.

Matching Summary

The role involves leading a small technical team to develop full-stack software solutions that enhance the efficiency of critical Rocket Lab operations.

Salary

Base: $142,000 - $189,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Company equity included; Benefits: Top tier medical HMO/PPO, dental, vision, 401(k) match, 3 weeks vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years professional software development experience
  • Proven team leadership experience required
  • Proficiency in SQL, REST APIs, NodeJS, C#/.Net
  • Frontend expertise in TypeScript, Angular, React, or Vue
  • Experience with Linux development environments

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with RabbitMQ, Docker, Kubernetes, Elasticsearch
  • Familiarity with aerospace industry domains
  • Program management experience preferred
  • User Interface development background
  • Database application development skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering
  • Minimum 5 years of professional software development experience
  • Demonstrated history of team leadership roles

Work Rights

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