Job Specifications
Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production.
Purpose
We are 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.
2–4 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.
Pay Range: $118,657 USD - $160,325 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergen