Full Stack Software Engineer II

Divergent is building the new industrial age. Every day, our teams design, manufacture, and assemble advanced systems for some of the world’s most demanding industries. Our integrated engineering and manufacturing platform transforms complex designs into production-ready solutions, helping customers move faster, build smarter, and deliver critical systems when they matter most. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and supports leading U.S. aerospace and defense companies. Join us and help push the boundaries of what can be built. Purpose Divergent is seeking a Full-Stack Software Engineer II to help build and scale the software platforms that power our next-generation digital manufacturing ecosystem. In this role, you will independently design, develop, and deliver production-ready software solutions that support business-critical applications across engineering, manufacturing, and operations. As an Engineer II, you will contribute to complex projects, collaborate across functional teams, and play a key role in delivering high-quality software that enables innovation throughout the organization. You will exercise considerable independent judgment in solving technical challenges while continuing to expand your expertise across the full technology stack. The Role Full-Stack Application Development • Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable web applications using TypeScript, Node.js, and modern front-end frameworks such as React. • Implement robust APIs, services, and user interfaces that support critical business workflows. • Translate product and business requirements into maintainable technical solutions. Data Modeling & System Design • Design and evolve relational and NoSQL database schemas to support new products and features. • Optimize data models, application performance, and system reliability. • Contribute to architectural discussions and technical design reviews. Feature Ownership & Delivery • Own complex features and projects from requirements through deployment and post-release support. • Collaborate with stakeholders to define technical requirements, estimate effort, and deliver solutions on schedule. • Monitor production systems and troubleshoot issues as needed. Software Quality & Best Practices • Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code. • Participate in peer code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering standards. • Develop unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to ensure software quality and reliability. • Support CI/CD processes and deployment automation initiatives. Technical Documentation • Create and maintain technical documentation, design specifications, architecture diagrams, and API documentation. • Document system behavior and implementation details to support maintainability and knowledge sharing. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Partner closely with Product Management, Design, Manufacturing, and other Engineering teams. • Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Contribute actively to sprint planning, backlog refinement, estimation, and retrospectives. Team Contribution • Provide technical guidance and support to less experienced engineers when appropriate. • Share knowledge, best practices, and lessons learned with the broader engineering team. • Act as a reliable technical contributor across multiple concurrent projects. Basic Qualifications • Ability to lawfully access information and technology subject to U.S. export controls. • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field; equivalent experience will be considered. • 5–8 years of professional software engineering experience. • Strong proficiency in TypeScript and Node.js. • Experience building modern front-end applications using React, Vue, Angular, or similar frameworks. • Strong understanding of relational and NoSQL database design and data modeling. • Experience developing scalable, maintainable, and production-ready software systems. • Experience delivering software features through the full development lifecycle. • Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications • Experience supporting manufacturing, industrial automation, aerospace, automotive, robotics, or defense environments. • Experience with cloud infrastructure and distributed systems. • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and code quality tools. • Experience working with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes. • Experience integrating third-party APIs and enterprise systems. • Experience mentoring junior engineers or providing technical guidance to peers. Work Environment • This position is based onsite at Divergent's headquarters in Torrance, California. • Expected onsite schedule is four days per week. Compensation At Divergent, compensation is determined by job level and individual qualifications. For this position, we are considering candidates at the following levels based on experience, technical capability, and interview performance: E04 – Engineer II: $122,430 – $168,340 Exceptional candidates demonstrating broader technical leadership, multi-project ownership, and Senior Engineer competencies may also be considered for: E05 – Senior Engineer: $141,380 – $194,390 Pay Range $122,430—$224,500 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. EEO Poster 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. E-Verify: Right to Work Our company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate’s eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees. Eligibility to Work Poster (English) | Eligibility to Work Poster (Spanish) Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. No agencies, no solicitations, and no calls please.