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Summary

On-site staff engineer at a startup building a modular accelerator, taking technical lead on industrial software: full-stack web apps and dashboards with React and Node.js/TypeScript, REST/WebSocket APIs, and integration with industrial automation systems with cybersecurity best practices.

Full-time – On-site Hebron, KY – Staff Software Engineer


About the Role


Our client needs a highly experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our fast-paced startup building the world’s first modular accelerator. The Senior Software Engineer will take the technical lead in developing industrial software solution using modern technologies.


Responsibilities


  • Build web applications with React and Node.js
  • Create dashboards and interfaces for industrial systems
  • Develop APIs and real-time applications
  • Apply cybersecurity best practices
  • Work with industrial automation systems
  • Maintain code quality
  • Deploy full-stack web applications
  • Integrate software with industrial systems
  • Build a portfolio of technical projects
  • Gain experience in industrial software development
  • Develop professional skills in a team environment


Qualifications


  • Bachelor’s or Masters in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, or related major


Required Skills


Basic Requirements



  • Reliably commute to the headquarters in Hebron, Kentucky
  • Desire to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Genuine curiosity and passion for problem-solving


Core Technical Competencies


  • JavaScript & TypeScript - Modern JavaScript and TypeScript for development
  • Node.js - Server-side applications, REST APIs, system communication, WebSocket implementations, and real-time systems
  • React - Frontend development, UI design, dashboards, human-machine interfaces, and modern React patterns (Hooks, Context API etc.)
  • Industrial Cybersecurity - Network security fundamentals and operational technology security for industrial environments
  • Git - Version control workflows and collaboration platforms (GitHub, GitLab)
  • Development Tools - CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, code linting, and build tools (Webpack, Vite or similar)


Preferred Skills


  • Industrial Automation - PLC systems, HMIs, Mechatronics, SCADA systems and protocols (ADS, OPC UA, Ethernet/IP or similar)
  • Python/C++ - Scripting for automation tasks, data processing, and backend tooling
  • Time-Series Databases - InfluxDB or similar for sensor data and metrics handling
  • Computer Vision - Open-source models, CUDA, camera integration, object/pose detection, and image processing
  • Docker - Containerization and deployment environments
  • Linux - Command line operations and system administration
  • Real-Time Systems - Real-time data processing and low-latency applications
  • Network Protocols - Industrial networking standards and communication protocols


Pay range and compensation package


$150-200k base salary


  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Relocation assistance
  • Flexible schedule


Equal Opportunity Statement


Full-time – On-site Hebron, KY – Staff Software Engineer


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