Backend Tech Lead, Factory Automation jobs in United States
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Hadrian · 1 week ago

Backend Tech Lead, Factory Automation

Hadrian is building autonomous factories that help aerospace and defense companies manufacture rockets, satellites, jets, and ships. The Backend Tech Lead will focus on developing robotic software and automated cell control code, leading a team to scale Hadrian's core machining business and execute their automation roadmap.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Machinery ManufacturingManufacturingSupply Chain Management
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Responsibilities

Develop software to interface with physical systems such as CNC machines and other manufacturing equipment
Design motion paths and write code to control manufacturing robots. Build robot APIs and interfaces for higher level cell control software
Collaborate with engineers and operations to conceptualize, deploy, and upgrade manufacturing cells. Ensure seamless software integration of automated manufacturing systems into Hadrian factories
Drive technical decision-making processes and set engineering direction while also building a culture of continuous improvement
Develop standards, documentation, and procedures for scalable automation deployment. Encourage software development best practices and foster an environment that encourages engineers to build amazing systems
Build data logging pipelines for connected devices that feed operational planning and factory scheduling

Qualification

Robotics software developmentIndustrial automationCNC machine interfacingFull stack software engineeringCybersecurity for IoTCommunicationDecision making

Required

Bachelor's degree in an engineering, physics, or computer science discipline
10+ years of full stack software engineering experience
Deep experience architecting and operating fault-tolerant, distributed, autonomous systems
Experience developing software to interface with physical systems in a field such as manufacturing, industrial automation, or 3D printing
Experience with creating, testing, and debugging industrial robot programs
Demonstrated ability to make decisions with incomplete information and deliver complex systems on schedule
Expertise in secure software practices, cybersecurity for IoT devices, and regulatory compliance
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Benefits

100% coverage of medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees
401k
Relocation stipend if you’re moving from outside of LA
Flexible vacation policy

Company

Hadrian

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Hadrian builds AI-powered automated factories that manufacture precision parts for defense, aerospace, and space industries.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$607.81M
Key Investors
Morgan Stanley
2025-12-30Series D· $131.31M
2025-07-17Series C· $110M
2025-07-17Debt Financing· $150M

Leadership Team

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Chris Power
Founder & CEO
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West Owens
Chief Financial Officer
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