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Senior Full Stack Engineer

Sphinx Defense
Location
Remote
Posted
26 days ago
Department
Engineering
Salary
$157,000 - $190,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 5+ years of web or software development experience
  • Strong front-end development experience with JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, CSS, and modern frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue
  • Strong full-stack fundamentals including backend systems knowledge (Python, API development, SQL)
  • Experience with relational databases and SQL
  • Experience designing and integrating APIs
  • Understanding of containerized and microservices architectures (Docker, Kubernetes)
Nice to have
  • Experience with real-time, 2D/3D geospatial visualizations
  • Experience in mission-critical, defense, aerospace, or secure environments
  • Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance
What the job really is

As a Senior Full Stack Engineer at Sphinx, you will lead the development of user interfaces and contribute across the full stack for mission planning and command and control software in space communications. Your role involves building responsive web applications, developing APIs and backend services, and mentoring junior engineers while ensuring high-quality software through collaboration and code reviews.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Meaningful equity ownership
  • Profit sharing
  • Employer 401(k) contribution
  • 100% employer covered medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents
Things to weigh
  • Remote role with potential travel for client visits and company gatherings
  • Role involves working in a highly secure government environment
  • No salary listed beyond the range of $157,000 - $190,000
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