Software Engineer, Ios/mobile - New Grad

Beacon Ai Ios Engineer

We're a fast-moving team of aviators, engineers, and operators on a mission to transform aviation with an AI platform that makes flying safer, more efficient, and more capable. Backed by top investors and having already secured a dozen Department of Defense contracts and worked with three major airlines, we're flying through barriers and working on a mission that matters.

At Beacon AI, there are no silos or layers of overhead. Small, focused teams own what they build, ship fast, and learn even faster. Every line of code, data pipeline, or system we design pushes the boundaries of how humans and AI work together in the cockpit and beyond. If you thrive at the intersection of hard-tech ambition and mission urgency, you'll build faster here than anywhere else.

Role Overview

Beacon AI is seeking a thoughtful and motivated iOS Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of Murdock, our in-cockpit AI assistant for pilots. This role offers the opportunity to work on real-time, high-impact applications that improve flight safety and efficiency. You'll collaborate on building mobile features that stream data from aircraft and connect with our backend systems. The ideal candidate will excel in a product-driven environment and have a strong desire to build impactful solutions from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of Murdock's iOS application, ensuring responsiveness and reliability.
• Support the implementation of features that stream real-time data from aircraft in collaboration with backend engineers.
• Work with designers to build intuitive, effective UI that supports pilots in high-stakes environments.
• Help integrate internal and external APIs to deliver real-time data within the app.
• Assist in profiling and improving app performance, particularly with time series or multimedia data.
• Participate in troubleshooting and fixing bugs to ensure app stability.
• Partner with engineers and product to scope and ship features that meet user needs.
• Stay curious and engaged with the latest mobile trends and tools to help improve our product over time.

What Will Make You Successful

• 1-2 years of iOS development experience (internships, projects, or early professional work welcome).
• Proficient in Swift and familiar with SwiftUI and common iOS frameworks (Combine, Core Location).
• Understanding of app architecture, asynchronous programming (GCD, async/await), and networking.
• Experience integrating APIs and working with real-time or streaming data is a plus.
• Comfortable working in a collaborative, fast-paced startup environment.
• Curious, mission-driven, and eager to learn from others while taking initiative on projects.

Bonus Points

• A deep interest in aviation and advanced mobility solutions.
• Exposure to AWS services or backend integration.
• Experience with WebSockets, map SDKs (Mapbox, MapKit), or low-latency streaming.
• Interest or background in real-time safety-critical systems.

This is a hybrid role and requires working from our San Carlos, CA office at least three days a week, with the option to work remotely the remaining days.

Perks & Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage: Enjoy peace of mind with our generous health benefits, with 80% of medical costs covered by the company for the employee and 25% for their dependents.
• Paid Time Off: Recharge and relax with 3 weeks of paid vacation, in addition to 14 company-paid holidays each year.
• Connectivity Stipend: Stay connected with our cell phone benefit, ensuring you have the tools you need to excel in your role.
• Health and Wellness Allowance: Use this towards a gym membership or subscription to a meditation app, empowering you to prioritize self-care and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
• Financial Planning: Prepare for the future with our 401(k) program. While we currently do not offer matching, we are committed to enhancing this benefit in the future.

For nearly all roles, the following may apply:

At this time, due to United States Department of State regulations, we are only able to hire U.S. Persons. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident (U.S. citizen, legal immigrant with a 'Green Card', or a protected individual who has been granted permanent asylum or refugee status.) These aerospace restrictions mean that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or consider candidates who require visa transfers. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. All work must be performed in the United States.

Beacon AI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, employer complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Employer expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.