Nominal · 1 day ago
Software Engineer - Mission Dev
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$130K/yr - $230K/yrNominal is building the software infrastructure powering advanced hardware systems, and they are seeking a Software Engineer for their Mission Dev team. In this role, you will develop custom applications and data pipelines, collaborate with customers, and influence product development to ensure mission success.
Information TechnologySaaSSoftware
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Build and deploy custom applications, scripts, and extensions to meet specific customer requirements and unlock new capabilities, biasing towards action and rapid prototyping
Design and implement resilient data pipelines and integration workflows to connect diverse customer data systems with Nominal’s offerings, often in complex and novel environments
Work closely with our Sales and Mission Ops teams to ensure seamless customer handoffs, provide deep technical expertise during pre-sales conversations, and scope customer engagements effectively
Gather customer feedback and insights from the frontline to inform product development, influence Nominal's technology roadmap, and improve our offerings
Help grow the team by sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding new engineers
Qualification
Required
Experience designing, building, and shipping software in potentially ambiguous or fast-changing environments
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive, 'get things done' attitude
A customer-centric mindset and a genuine passion for solving real-world problems with technology
Excitement to be a foundational member of the early team building software tools to amplify the capabilities of remarkable hardware engineering teams
Ability and interest to travel up to 25–50% to spend time with end-users on-site (e.g., rocket test stands, spacecraft clean rooms, automated manufacturing facilities)
Build and deploy custom applications, scripts, and extensions to meet specific customer requirements and unlock new capabilities, biasing towards action and rapid prototyping
Design and implement resilient data pipelines and integration workflows to connect diverse customer data systems with Nominal's offerings, often in complex and novel environments
Work closely with our Sales and Mission Ops teams to ensure seamless customer handoffs, provide deep technical expertise during pre-sales conversations, and scope customer engagements effectively
Gather customer feedback and insights from the frontline to inform product development, influence Nominal's technology roadmap, and improve our offerings
Help grow the team by sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding new engineers
Preferred
Solution-oriented: Experience collaborating with customers to solve complex problems in dynamic, evolving environments
Adaptability: Previous experience in startup or entrepreneurial environments, where agility, problem-solving, and end-to-end ownership are essential
[Bonus] Security clearance: Active Top Secret clearance or ability to obtain and maintain one
Benefits
🏥 100% coverage of medical, dental, and vision insurance
🏖️ Unlimited PTO and sick leave
🍽️ Free lunch, snacks, and coffee
🚀 Professional Development Stipend
🛠️ In-office hardware lab with a $250 project stipend
✈️ Annual company retreat
Company
Nominal
Nominal modernizes your data infrastructure and provides real-time workflows that accelerate testing with confidence.
Founded in 2022
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$102.5MKey Investors
Sequoia CapitalGeneral CatalystLux Capital
2025-06-12Series B· $75M
2024-04-22Series A· $20M
2024-04-22Seed· $7.5M
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