Staff Backend Software Engineer, Internal Tools

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise.

Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.

What You’ll Do:

We are looking for a versatile Backend Software Engineer to own the design, development, and maintenance of Archer’s internal tooling ecosystem. In this role, you will act as a force multiplier for the entire organization—from Hardware Engineers analyzing flight data to Talent Acquisition teams scaling our workforce.

You will not just be writing code; you will be solving complex workflow problems. You will be responsible for deploying Generative AI solutions, building data-intensive platforms, and automating critical business operations.

In addition to the above, your responsibilities will include but not limited to the following.

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems and APIs for internal tools supporting engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and business operations

• Build automation tools and workflows that streamline cross-functional processes

• Implement robust data pipelines and integration systems connecting various internal platforms

• Ensure code quality through comprehensive testing, code reviews, and adherence to engineering best practices

• Design and manage cloud infrastructure with a focus on scalability, reliability, and security

• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize for efficiency

• Establish infrastructure as code practices and maintain version-controlled configurations

• Partner with multidisciplinary stakeholders including engineers, operations teams, program managers, and executives to understand requirements and deliver solutions

• Translate business needs into technical specifications and architectural designs

What You Need:

• 4+ years of professional backend engineering experience

• Strong proficiency in at least one backend programming language (Python, Go, Java, Node.js, or similar)

• Extensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and cloud-native architecture

• Solid understanding of DevOps principles with hands-on experience in:

• CI/CD tools (TeamCity, Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, CircleCI, etc.)

• Containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, Prefect/Airflow)

• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible, etc.)

• Proficiency with relational and NoSQL databases

• Experience with RESTful API design and microservices architecture

• Strong understanding of software engineering best practices including version control, testing, and code review

• Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and non-technical stakeholders

• Knowledge of observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, DataDog, etc.)

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Bonus Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• Background in building internal developer tools or platforms

• Hands-on experience integrating Gen AI via API and a familiarity with employing RAG in custom applications

• Experience with message queuing systems (RabbitMQ, Kafka, etc.)

• Experience with GraphQL APIs

• Familiarity with data warehousing and analytics platforms

• Experience building with Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers to connect data sources to LLMs

Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications

At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $172,800 - $237,600. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer’s People Team at [email protected]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

Custom Application Question:

In order to comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations, applicants for this position who are non-U.S. nationals (i.e. individuals who are not U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, Asylees, Refugees or members of a similar designation) may need to obtain an export-control license to access certain restricted data and/or information. To the best of your knowledge, is there a possibility that you may need to acquire an export-control license?

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Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time.

Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Archer Aviation does not engage with external recruiting agencies/individual recruiters with whom it does not have a prior written agreement. Archer reserves the right to make use of any unsolicited resumes that it receives and bears no responsibility for payment of any fees asserted from the use of unsolicited resumes. If you are a recruiting agency or individual recruiter wishing to do business with Archer, please reach out to [email protected]. All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.