Full-Stack/Backend Engineer at Pyka

Palo Alto, California, United States

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$175,000 – $250,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
N/AIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ Years of related experience
  • Extensive experience in full-stack development, evidenced by a strong portfolio of web and mobile applications
  • Expertise in a wide array of programming languages, development frameworks, and database technologies
  • Comprehensive understanding of both frontend and backend best practices
  • A demonstrated ability to take on a broad range of engineering tasks, from developing internal tools to crafting features that elevate the user experience
  • A flexible, agile approach to development, with the ability to pivot between projects and adapt to emerging technologies
  • A problem-solver at heart, ready to tackle complex engineering challenges and contribute to all aspects of the product development lifecycle
  • Strong communication skills, with the capacity to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and articulate technical concepts to a variety of stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge full-stack web and mobile applications, ensuring the delivery of user-centric products with seamless functionality
  • Architect and implement robust backend systems that support scalable and efficient product operations
  • Demonstrate exceptional versatility in engineering, with the ability to develop internal tools, enhance product features through automation, and support various technological needs across the company

Skills

Full-Stack Development
Backend Systems
Web Applications
Mobile Applications
Database Technologies
Development Frameworks
Frontend Best Practices
Backend Best Practices
Automation
Internal Tools

Pyka

Develops autonomous electric airplanes for agriculture

About Pyka

Pyka develops autonomous electric airplanes that can perform all flight operations without human intervention, including taxiing, takeoff, flight, and landing. These aircraft are particularly efficient, using less power than electric cars and featuring minimal moving parts, making them cost-effective for agricultural applications like crop spraying. Equipped with advanced sensors and software, Pyka's airplanes ensure precise flying close to the ground, reducing waste and increasing efficiency for large-scale farmers. The company's goal is to transform the agricultural aviation industry by providing safe, efficient, and affordable aerial solutions.

Alameda, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$92.7MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, AerospaceIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Competitive salary & equity
Medical, dental, & vision insurance
FSA with employer matching
401k
Paid holidays
Unlimited PTO
Free catered lunch & snacks

Risks

Increased competition from companies like Kelly Hills Unmanned Systems.
Regulatory challenges in defense applications may require stricter compliance.
Dependence on large clients like Heinen Brothers poses revenue risks.

Differentiation

Pyka develops fully autonomous electric aircraft for agriculture and cargo transport.
Their aircraft use less power than electric cars, enhancing cost-effectiveness.
Pyka's Pelican Spray is the largest FAA-authorized UAS for commercial crop spraying.

Upsides

Pyka secured $40M to accelerate aircraft development and commercialization.
Partnership with Sierra Nevada Corporation expands Pyka's defense market reach.
Entry into Brazil with SLC Agrícola showcases global demand for Pyka's technology.

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