Join the Team: Full Stack Software Engineer at Blithequark
Blithequark is a leading innovator in the aviation industry, and we're on the hunt for a talented Full Stack Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a key player in our IT department, you'll be responsible for designing, developing, and delivering top-notch software solutions that drive our business forward. If you're passionate about coding, cloud computing, and exceptional customer experiences, we want to hear from you!
About Blithequark
At Blithequark, we're dedicated to revolutionizing the aviation industry with cutting-edge technology and unparalleled customer service. Our company values – Safety, Mindful, Integrity, Passion, and Fun – guide everything we do, from developing innovative software solutions to providing exceptional customer support. We're a team of crewmembers who are passionate about making a difference, and we're looking for talented individuals like you to join our crew.
Job Summary
As a Full Stack Software Engineer at Blithequark, you'll play a critical role in designing, developing, and delivering software solutions that meet the needs of our customers. You'll work closely with our product management and marketing teams to develop product visions and roadmaps, and collaborate with other engineering leaders to drive efficiencies and best practices. If you're a motivated and talented software engineer looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a portfolio of products from conception to retirement, ensuring consistency, quality, and reliability
- Lead and coach a team of lead engineers, senior engineers, and engineers, focusing on product delivery and technical excellence
- Establish and promote a work environment centered on engineering excellence, attracting, developing, and energizing a culture of technical innovation
- Collaborate with product management and marketing teams to develop product visions and roadmaps
- Develop technology roadmaps for products in your area of responsibility, ensuring security, reliability, and scalability
- Drive the development of policies, standards, and guidelines for building and supporting IT products
- Establish structures, design and integration patterns, and guide software development performed by team members
- Develop, maintain, and report on financial and resource plans for your area of responsibility
- Serve as the escalation point for operational support to assigned portfolio applications with continuous availability
- Manage production and non-production environments through change control management
- Ensure work practices are in compliance with all audit, security, and regulatory requirements
- Partner with other Engineering Managers to ensure alignment and drive efficiencies
- Play a key role in driving and mentoring direct and indirect crewmembers to support the engagement, growth, and development of the IT department
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you'll need:
- A bachelor's degree in a related field; or demonstrated ability to perform work duties with a high school diploma/GED and at least four (4) years of relevant experience
- Proficiency in Java, AngularJS, and NodeJS
- Working knowledge of cloud computing: Azure, GCP, or AWS
- Availability for moderate overnight travel (up to 35%)
- Valid travel documents with the ability to travel throughout the US
- Flexibility to work variable hours and be available for emergency response without prior notice
- Pass a pre-employment drug assessment
- Authorization to work in the US; this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications
We'd love to see:
- Experience managing a budget
- Experience managing a full project or initiative, including presenting recommendations to senior leadership
- Comprehensive knowledge of business functionality and detailed knowledge of business operations, objectives, and strategies
- Familiarity with Blithequark's IT disciplines and interdependencies and how their needs drive IT strategy
Crewmember Expectations
As a crewmember at Blithequark, you'll be expected to:
- Maintain regular attendance and reliability
- Be available to work variable hours and respond without prior notice
- Maintain a professional appearance
- Assist with light cleaning of aircraft when working or traveling on Blithequark flights, and if time permits
- Be a suitable organizational fit for the Blithequark culture, or at least demonstrate the Blithequark values of Safety, Mindful, Integrity, Passion, and Fun
- Meet safety accountabilities as prescribed by Blithequark's Safety Management System
- Identify safety or security concerns, issues, incidents, or risks that should be reported and report them promptly and confidentially, including Blithequark's confidential reporting systems (Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) and Safety Action Report (SAR))
- Comply with all applicable laws, regulations (FAA, OSHA, DOT, etc.), and Company policies, procedures, and risk controls
- Maintain Blithequark's safety performance metric objectives and understand how they relate to your duties and responsibilities
What We Offer
At Blithequark, we're committed to providing our crewmembers with a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters growth and development. Here are just a few of the benefits we offer:
- Competitive hourly rate of $25/hour
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off and holidays
- Employee recognition and reward programs
How to Apply
If you're excited about this opportunity and think you'd be a great fit for our team, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you're the perfect candidate for this role.
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