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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Full Stack Software Engineer - **Company:** Observable - **Location:** Los Angeles, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Adobe InDesign, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Computer Programming, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Warehousing, Relational Databases, Software Debugging, Distributed Systems, Java Virtual Machine (JVM), Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Architecture, Software Engineering, TypeScript, Test-Driven Development (TDD), ReactJS, Backend, Kotlin, Front End Software Development, Microservices - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/sr-full-stack-software-engineer-observable-space-8130564 ## About the Role * 5+ years of experience in a relevant software engineering role. * Strong programming skills in Java, Kotlin, C++, or C# (we love our statically typed object oriented languages!). * Excellent data modeling skills- extensive experience working with RDBMSs, ETL processes, and data warehousing. * Experience in a test-driven development environment. * Acute product sense, placing an emphasis on user experience. * Ability to thrive in a fast paced dynamic environment while utilizing data to pivot to the most important task on hand. * An iterative mindset- perfect is the enemy of good., * Experience with Kotlin for backend programming and have an allergy to monolithic frameworks and ORMs. * Experience with TypeScript and React to create complex user interfaces. * Experience working with foreign function interfaces to call rust and c++ from the JVM. * A love of astronomy, physics, and science. ## Description We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Full Stack Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role will involve deep engagement with our backend microservices, javascript front ends, and c++ edge processing applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software engineering, with specific expertise in distributed systems, relational database design, reactive frontend programming, and a keen eye for design. This role will report to the Manager of Platform Engineering., * Design, build, and maintain backend microservices, reactive frontends, and C++ edge applications. * Contribute to architectural decisions for distributed systems and ensure technical scalability. * Design and optimize relational database schemas, ETL pipelines, and data warehousing solutions. * Debug and resolve complex production issues across the full software stack (backend, frontend, and edge). * Ensure high reliability and performance in production systems. * Work closely with cross-functional teams to define and deliver solutions for our customers. * Write clear technical documentation, including RFCs, design specifications, and product requirements, for multi-team projects. * Participate in design and code reviews, promoting best practices in test-driven development. ## Related Videos - [Watch Tests Go Brrrr! : Getting Started with Cypress in ReactJS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/282-watch-tests-go-brrrr-getting-started-with-cypress-in-reactjs) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [Kotlin Multiplatform - True power of native code reuse](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/4-kotlin-multiplatform-true-power-of-native-code-reuse) - [But, you're not Facebook](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/378-but-you-re-not-facebook) - [Meet Your New BFF: Backend to Frontend without the Duct Tape](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/682-meet-your-new-bff-backend-to-frontend-without-the-duct-tape) - [Nest.js - TypeScript in the backend can also be clean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1033-nest-js-typescript-in-the-backend-can-also-be-clean) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [The Best Software Developer Blogs to Read](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/156-the-best-software-developer-blogs-to-read) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline)