Software Engineer - Mission Dev

About Nominal

Nominal is building the connected test and operations platform powering the world's most advanced hardware systems, from spacecraft and autonomous vehicles to next-generation defense programs. Our platform gives hardware engineering teams a single place to ingest data, analyze performance, automate test execution, and collaborate across every phase of development, so they can move faster without sacrificing safety or precision.

The Mission Dev Team

The Mission Dev team operates at the intersection of cutting-edge software engineering and critical customer missions. As a Software Engineer on the Mission Dev team, you're not just supporting customers; you're embedding with them to solve their hardest data challenges head-on. Think like a startup cofounder or an early-stage CTO: you'll dive into ambiguous problem spaces, own solutions end-to-end, and rapidly iterate to deliver impactful results.

What We’re Looking For

• 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).

Skills That Supercharge Us

• 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.

Why Nominal

• Backed by world-class investors
• Mission-critical impact with high-profile customers
• Work with deeply technical peers from elite engineering backgrounds
• Build real systems that touch rockets, aircraft, and autonomous systems — not just dashboards

Benefits/Perks

• 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

Compensation

The base pay range for this role is $130,000 – $230,000 per year.