Senior Software engineer, Founding team

Aviator is an innovative YC-backed startup revolutionizing engineering productivity tools for the modern software development landscape. Founded by ex-Googlers, the company is building cutting-edge developer tools that serve high-profile customers including Slack, Square, Benchling, and Figma.

As a Senior Software Engineer on the founding team, you'll have the unique opportunity to shape the future of developer tools alongside the founders. This role combines technical expertise with strategic thinking, as you'll be instrumental in building products that solve real-world challenges faced by developers daily. The position offers significant autonomy and impact, with direct involvement in product vision and development.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in full-stack development, with 6+ years of experience and a proven track record of shipping products. You should be comfortable working in ambiguous environments and possess excellent communication skills. Your passion for improving developer experience and building engineering tools will be essential in this role.

Working at Aviator means joining a well-funded company with significant enterprise revenue and backing from notable Silicon Valley investors. The team culture emphasizes transparency, with regular sharing of company and investor updates. You'll be working directly with the founders in a fast-paced environment where your contributions will have immediate impact.

Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, unlimited vacation policy, and the opportunity to work on challenging problems that affect developers worldwide. The role is based in San Francisco, offering the chance to work closely with a talented team of ex-Googlers and engineering experts who are passionate about transforming developer workflows and productivity.