Full Stack Software Engineer

Purpose

We’re seeking a Full‑Stack Software Engineer with solid experience in application development, data modeling, and feature implementation to join our growing team. In this role you will write clean, efficient code, help evolve our platforms, and collaborate closely with product, design, and other engineers to deliver high‑quality features on schedule.

The Role

• Full‑stack Development: Design, develop, and maintain scalable applications using modern web technologies, with a primary focus on TypeScript (Node.js and front‑end frameworks such as React or similar).
• Data Modeling & Persistence: Create and evolve relational and NoSQL data models that support new functionality and improve existing features.
• Feature Delivery: Own individual features from specification through implementation, testing, deployment, and post‑release monitoring.
• Code Quality: Participate in peer code reviews, write unit/integration tests, and follow best practices to ensure maintainable, high‑quality code.
• Technical Documentation: Produce clear design specs, API documentation, and other artifacts that aid knowledge sharing across the team.
• Collaboration: Work with product managers, designers, and other engineers to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Agile Participation: Contribute to sprint planning, backlog grooming, and estimation sessions as an active member of the development team.

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
• 5–8 years of experience in full‑stack development
• Fluency in TypeScript with solid experience in Node.js and modern front‑end frameworks (React, Vue, Angular, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of relational and NoSQL data modeling
• Demonstrated ability to design and build scalable, maintainable application components
• Proven ability to write clear, concise design and technical documentation
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; comfortable engaging with non‑technical stakeholders
• Experience delivering features end‑to‑end, including planning, coding, testing, and deployment

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with manufacturing, aerospace, or defense domains.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and code‑quality tooling.
• Experience mentoring junior developers or providing peer guidance.

Work Environment

• This position is on-site 4x a week at our Torrance, CA headquarters.

Compensation

At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels E04 - E05 as evaluated through our interview process.

• E04/ Engineer II - $122,430 - $168,340
• E05 / Sr. Engineer: $141,380 - $194,390

Pay Range

$122,430—$224,500 USD

What We Offer:

• Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
• Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
• Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
• Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.