Senior Software Engineer / Los Angeles Onsite / Full time / Python & SQL

Motion Recruitment

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • $170,000-190,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job Description
We’re hiring for a full-time position based in the Santa Monica, CA area with a fast-moving, venture-backed startup that’s reimagining how airports operate on the ground. As a core member of a lean, high-impact team, you’ll work with modern tools to help develop an intelligent, AI-powered Ground Traffic Control system. This platform is central to optimizing aircraft turnaround times and pushing the boundaries of airfield automation.
This role offers a chance to directly shape critical infrastructure in the aviation and mobility space. You’ll collaborate across teams to architect scalable, resilient data systems in a dynamic, high-ownership environment.
If you’re excited about operational systems, mobility tech, and solving real-world problems in real time, we’d love to connect with you.Required Skills & Experience
  • 4+ years as a software or data engineer, preferably in time-sensitive or live data applications
  • Extensive hands-on experience building and maintaining data pipelines (e.g., Kafka, Airflow, Debezium) and using cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Terraform)
  • Strong command of SQL and NoSQL databases, including schema optimization and performance tuning
  • Backend development proficiency in languages such as Python, Go, or Java
  • Familiarity with API design using REST and/or gRPC
  • User-focused mindset with a willingness to engage with stakeholders to understand use cases and constraints
  • Strong analytical thinking and clear communication
  • Experience thriving in fast-paced, startup settings where independence and initiative are key
Desired Skills & Experience
  • Exposure to real-time communication protocols like MQTT or WebSockets
  • Industry knowledge in aviation, transportation, logistics, or connected devices (IoT)
  • Experience working at an early-stage company
  • Understanding of sensor data, GPS tracking, or fleet operations
Tech Breakdown
  • 60% – Building and refining data systems: ingest, process, store, and deliver
  • 30% – Designing systems and cloud architecture
  • 10% – Collaborating with internal and external teams
Daily Responsibilities
  • 70% – Writing, testing, and deploying production-ready code
  • 20% – Partnering with teammates and vendors for technical alignment
  • 10% – Planning architecture and modeling data workflows
You’ll enjoy benefits like:
  • Equity
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Note: Applicants must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Motion Recruitment