Lead Full - stack Software Engineer

Lead Full-Stack Software Engineer

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.

The Role

We're seeking a Lead Full-Stack Software Engineer with a strong background in application development, data modeling, and systems architecture to join our growing team. This role goes beyond writing clean, efficient code—you'll play a critical part in shaping our technical direction, collaborating across teams, and leading projects from concept to delivery.

As a senior member of our engineering team, you'll help us scale our applications, refine our system design, and build tools and features that support our mission. You'll also contribute to engineering culture, mentor others, and work closely with stakeholders to deliver real value to our users.

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
• 10+ years of experience in full-stack development
• Fluency in TypeScript and solid experience with Node.js, modern front-end frameworks (React, Vue, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of relational and NoSQL data modeling
• Experience designing and building scalable, maintainable application architectures
• Proven ability to write clear, thoughtful design documentation
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, including experience engaging with non-technical stakeholders
• Project leadership experience, including planning, coordination, and delivery

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity in manufacturing or similar fields
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing
• Experience in DevOps or cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, Azure)
• Exposure to domain-driven design
• Experience mentoring junior developers or leading teams

Work Environment

• This position is on-site at our Torrance, CA headquarters.

Pay Range: $155,540 - $213,840 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. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected.