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Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
IT - Software
Los Angeles, CA (On-Site/Office)
Job Title: Software Engineer
Location: Los Angeles, CA (Onsite with up to 25% travel)
Salary: $160,000 – $225,000
Clearance: eligible for TS/SCI
Equity: 0.1% – 0.2%
About the Role
My client is seeking a frontend-leaning Staff Software Engineer with fullstack experience to be a cornerstone of product development. This role involves building and maintaining user interfaces across both client and server sides, contributing directly to critical systems supporting national defense.
This is a unique opportunity to join an early-stage, high-performance team composed of professionals with backgrounds at Meta, Palantir, and in the military. The team combines deep technical and AI expertise with firsthand operational experience.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain robust frontend features (React preferred; Solid.js is a plus)
Contribute to backend and API integration (GraphQL, gRPC, or REST)
Work with database technologies such as Postgres, MySQL, or MongoDB
Collaborate with a cross-functional team to deliver user-focused, mission-driven solutions
Travel up to 25% to assist with customer integrations
Requirements
5+ years of professional web development experience or
8+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 3 years in web development
Strong frontend engineering skills
Experience with modern API frameworks and backend integration
Familiarity with at least one major database system
Willingness to work onsite in Los Angeles
About the Client
My client is a mission-driven technology company developing advanced AI and software systems for national security applications. The team is dedicated to solving real-world defense challenges through innovation, adaptability, and a focus on results.
Location: Los Angeles, CA (Onsite with up to 25% travel)
Salary: $160,000 – $225,000
Clearance: eligible for TS/SCI
Equity: 0.1% – 0.2%
About the Role
My client is seeking a frontend-leaning Staff Software Engineer with fullstack experience to be a cornerstone of product development. This role involves building and maintaining user interfaces across both client and server sides, contributing directly to critical systems supporting national defense.
This is a unique opportunity to join an early-stage, high-performance team composed of professionals with backgrounds at Meta, Palantir, and in the military. The team combines deep technical and AI expertise with firsthand operational experience.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain robust frontend features (React preferred; Solid.js is a plus)
Contribute to backend and API integration (GraphQL, gRPC, or REST)
Work with database technologies such as Postgres, MySQL, or MongoDB
Collaborate with a cross-functional team to deliver user-focused, mission-driven solutions
Travel up to 25% to assist with customer integrations
Requirements
5+ years of professional web development experience or
8+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 3 years in web development
Strong frontend engineering skills
Experience with modern API frameworks and backend integration
Familiarity with at least one major database system
Willingness to work onsite in Los Angeles
About the Client
My client is a mission-driven technology company developing advanced AI and software systems for national security applications. The team is dedicated to solving real-world defense challenges through innovation, adaptability, and a focus on results.
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