Software Engineer (Full Stack)

• Software is the central nervous system for True Anomaly’s engineering and product thesis
• Software bridges the gap between military objectives, theoretical astrodynamics and the human and autonomous control of spacecraft and ground systems in time and space
• True Anomaly is seeking a Full Stack Software Engineer to contribute across our React/TypeScript frontend and Elixir backend, building features end-to-end across our spacecraft mission control and distributed ground control systems
• Assist in building features that span the full stack, from web-based frontend interfaces (2D and 3D) to distributed backend services powering satellite command and control, mission planning, and data processing
• Write testable and maintainable code across both React/TypeScript and Elixir codebases following industry best practices
• Work on smaller, well-defined tasks under the guidance of senior engineers, gaining depth across the stack
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including space operators, designers, frontend specialists, backend specialists, and astrodynamics algorithm engineers
• Participate in design and code reviews to continually improve code quality across both frontend and backend systems

Benefits

• 100% Employer-Sponsored Healthcare: We’ve got you covered! Our comprehensive healthcare package is fully sponsored, ensuring you and your loved ones stay healthy and worry-free, so you can focus on shaping the future of space security.
• Generous Time Off: We believe in working hard and recharging fully. Our generous vacation policy gives you the flexibility to take the time you need to relax, explore, and come back energized to take on new challenges.
• Equity: Own an equity stake in True Anomaly as you build something transformative. With equity options, you’re not just working for True Anomaly; you’re an owner. As an essential part of our growth and future success, we want you to share in the upside potential!
• 401k and Roth 401k options: Plan for tomorrow with our 401K and Roth 401K options that put you in control of your financial future.
• Learning & Development Opportunities: Your growth fuels our innovation. We’re committed to providing you with the resources and training to expand your skills, spark new ideas, and advance your career with us.- You do not need to have experience building space ground systems or experience in aerospace
• Familiarity with relational databases such as PostgreSQL
• Functional programming experience in Elixir and/or Erlang
• Comfort with Git and Agile tools and processes
• Understanding of HTML/CSS and modern TypeScript/JavaScript
• Comfort both contributing to existing systems and building from scratch
• 0-2 years of software development experience
• Exposure to testing frameworks across the stack (e.g., Jest, Vitest, React Testing Library, ExUnit)
• Familiarity with modern React (Hooks, Context API, functional component patterns)
• Basic understanding of gRPC, RESTful, WebSocket, or GraphQL-based services
• Some experience building, shipping, and maintaining real production software
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or similar discipline
• Experience using React to build complex yet performant data-rich/dense applications
• Understanding of OTP concepts including GenServers, supervision trees, and the Actor model
• Experience in Three.js, React Three Fiber, or other web-based 3D libraries and frameworks
• Experience with distributed systems concepts and fault-tolerant architecture
• Familiarity with component libraries, design systems, Storybook, and CSS-in-JS
• Experience with monitoring and tracing in distributed systems
• Experience in UI/UX design and support tools like Figma
• Strong collaboration and communication skills that let you thrive in a culture that values respectful, professional, and constructive conflict
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving- This position will be open until it is successfully filled