Backend Tech Lead (Factory Automation)

TL;DR

Backend Tech Lead (Factory Automation): Leading software engineers and robotics engineers to develop robotic software and automated cell control code for high-precision, scalable manufacturing. Focus on designing motion paths, building robot APIs, and ensuring seamless software integration of automated manufacturing systems.

Location: On-site in Los Angeles, with a relocation stipend if moving from outside of LA. Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State due to ITAR requirements.

Salary: $220,000 - $280,000

Company

hirify.global is building autonomous factories that help aerospace and defense companies manufacture rockets, satellites, jets, and ships up to 10x faster and up to 2x cheaper.

What you will do

• Develop software to interface with CNC machines and other manufacturing equipment.
• Design motion paths and write code to control manufacturing robots, build robot APIs and interfaces for higher level cell control software.
• Collaborate with engineers and operations to deploy and upgrade manufacturing cells.
• Drive technical decision-making processes and set engineering direction.
• Develop standards, documentation, and procedures for scalable automation deployment.
• Build data logging pipelines for connected devices that feed operational planning and factory scheduling.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering, physics, or computer science discipline.
• 10+ years of full stack software engineering experience.
• Experience developing software to interface with physical systems in manufacturing, industrial automation, or 3D printing.
• Experience with creating, testing, and debugging industrial robot programs.
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions with incomplete information and deliver complex systems on schedule.
• Expertise in secure software practices, cybersecurity for IoT devices, and regulatory compliance.

Culture & Benefits

• 100% coverage of medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees
• 401k
• Flexible vacation policy