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We are developing next-generation solutions that enable the autonomous orchestration of heterogeneous unmanned systems across air, sea, land, and space with vital applications in the defense, intelligence, and commercial sectors.\nOur Full Stack Engineers build the backend services and operator interfaces that enable seamless mission control and coordination across diverse unmanned platforms, bridging complex autonomous systems with human decision-making through robust APIs and responsive web applications.\nJoining NODA means working on meaningful technology that pushes the boundaries of autonomy alongside a team that thrives on innovation, rapid iteration, and collaboration.\nThe Role\nWe are seeking a Senior Full Stack Engineer to design and build the backend services and operator interfaces that power our autonomous vehicle orchestration platform. You will create mission control applications, real-time data processing systems, and the APIs that connect human operators with autonomous fleets operating across multiple domains.\nYour work will focus on building scalable backend services that integrate with ROS2-based autonomous systems, developing robust data pipelines for telemetry processing, and creating responsive web interfaces for mission planning and fleet coordination. This role requires strong C++ skills to work directly with autonomous system middleware and the ability to bridge robotics systems with modern web applications.\nKey Responsibilities\nBuild scalable backend APIs and microservices using Python and C++ within an event-driven architecture for real-time orchestration operations\n\nDesign and implement event-driven data pipelines that process telemetry, sensor feeds, and mission data from heterogeneous vehicle fleets using publish/subscribe patterns\n\nDevelop responsive operator interfaces using React for mission planning, fleet coordination, and system monitoring\n\nCreate WebSocket-based communications for low-latency operator interactions with autonomous systems\n\nBuild data transformation and aggregation services that prepare autonomous system data for operator consumption\n\nImplement secure, role-based access controls and authentication systems for multi-user mission control environments\n\nDesign and maintain database schemas and query optimization for high-throughput operational data\n\nCollaborate with autonomy engineers to integrate vehicle control systems and sensor data streams\n\nSupport integration with diverse autonomous platforms through RESTful APIs, ROS2 topics, and message queuing systems\n\nEnsure application resilience and performance through comprehensive testing, monitoring, and deployment automation\n\nRequired Qualifications\n5+ years of professional full-stack development experience building production systems\n\nStrong proficiency in C++ with experience in systems programming and performance optimization\n\nExpert-level Python skills with experience in FastAPI, Flask, or Django frameworks\n\nExperience with ROS2 middleware, including topics, services, and distributed robotics systems\n\nProficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and React with modern development practices\n\nStrong database design and optimization skills (PostgreSQL, NoSQL)\n\nExperience building real-time applications using WebSockets, message queuing, and event-driven data streaming\n\nKnowledge of RESTful API design principles, microservices architecture, and event-driven system patterns\n\nUnderstanding of Linux system programming and multi-threaded application development\n\nDue to the nature of the position, U.S. citizenship is required due to ITAR regulations, along with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nC++ multithreaded systems; GRPC/Protobuf; DB design/tuning\n\nExperience with robotics middleware beyond ROS2 (DDS, MQTT, or custom protocols)\n\nKnowledge of autonomous vehicle systems (UAVs, USVs, UUVs) and associated data formats\n\nExperience with real-time data streaming technologies (Kafka, Redis Streams, ZeroMQ)\n\nFamiliarity with computer vision libraries and sensor data processing (OpenCV, PCL)\n\nExperience with container technologies (Docker) and cloud deployment (AWS)\n\nUnderstanding of networking fundamentals and distributed systems concepts\n\nBackground in mission-critical or real-time system development\n\nKnowledge of geospatial data handling and coordinate system transformations\n\nExperience with observability tools (Grafana, Prometheus) and application performance monitoring\n\nPrevious work in defense, aerospace, or autonomous systems industries\n\nSkills & Attributes\nSystems programmer comfortable working across the full stack from low-level C++ to modern web interfaces\n\nStrong understanding of real-time systems, concurrency, and performance optimization\n\nDetail-oriented approach to data integrity, system reliability, and security in mission-critical applications\n\nCollaborative mindset with ability to work effectively across autonomy, AI, and infrastructure teams\n\nProblem solver skilled at debugging complex distributed systems and integration issues\n\nQuality-focused with commitment to testing, documentation, and maintainable code practices\n\nBenefits & Perks\nOur culture fosters collaboration, respect, and trust, empowering passionate people to do their best work. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth. In addition to an opportunity to take part in an innovative, collaborative and fast-growing business with a highly motivated and skilled team, we also take pride in taking care of our employees. Here are just a few ways that we show our appreciation:\nWe offer comprehensive medical, dental, and visions plans\n\n401(k) Retirement Savings Plan to invest in your long-term retirement goals + Company match\n\nEquity grants for new hires\n\nUnlimited PTO\n\n11 Paid holidays\n\nExtremely generous company holiday calendar, including a holiday hiatus in November, & December.\n\nGenerous Parental Leave\n\nMilitary Leave for annual training or service requirements\n\nFSA\n\nDCFSA\n\nHSA\n\nProfessional Development Opportunities\n\nAccess to One Medical\n\nMental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, are available to you as well.\n\nGrowth Path at NODA\nTech Lead, AI-Oriented Full Stack - drive architecture at the intersection of operator-facing systems and AI orchestration.\n\nPrincipal Engineer / Orchestration Systems Lead - guide cross-domain software development and AI integration at scale.\n\nExport Control Compliance\n\nTo conform to U.S. government export control regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR), you 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 otherwise eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.\nEqual Opportunity Statement\n\nNODA AI is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace and to maintaining equitable employment and hiring practices. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.\nAs a federal contractor, NODA AI complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity and affirmative action requirements, including Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), as amended. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities throughout the recruiting, hiring, and employment process.\nConsistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with applicable fair chance and ban-the-box laws, including the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance where applicable. We actively encourage qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities, to apply.\nNODA AI is committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and accessible work environment for all applicants and employees. If you require accommodations or assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at  or contact your recruiter so we can provide the support you need.","description_format":"text","description_chars":9238,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":5,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":null,"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Equity","Parental leave","Professional development","Retirement plans","Unlimited PTO"],"hiring_locations":[{"name":"United States","iso":"US","kind":"country"}],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["C4ISR","Decision Intelligence","Defense AI"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-04-07T14:11:25Z"}],"liveness":{"score":20,"band":"cold","label":"Long shot","p_open":1,"p_active":0.705,"p_room":0.28,"age_days":173,"expected_fill_days":56,"reasons":["conf:4","win:tail","crowd:"],"computed_at":"2026-09-28T05:45:00Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/noda-senior-full-stack-engineer","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/noda-senior-full-stack-engineer.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-09-29T02:57:45Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":2624,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":2376,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-09-30T00:00:00Z"}}}