Fullstack Developer at Wisk

Vienna, Vienna, Austria

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Insurance, FinTech, AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

  • Degree in Computer Science or another quantitative field
  • 6+ years experience in Java/Kotlin, TypeScript and React.js or similar
  • Strong SQL skills and experience working with Postgres
  • Comfortable with microservices-based architecture, as well as monoliths and message-oriented
  • Passionate about Agile best practices (testing, CI, iterative development, evolving architecture, clean code, etc.)
  • DevOps experience with cloud-based infrastructure using tools such as Terraform
  • Experience of being able to define, shape, and drive technical projects to completion
  • A great communicator able to articulate technical issues in plain language that can be understood by non-technical stakeholders
  • English and German is a must have

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of the core platform services and REST interfaces in Kotlin
  • Help to integrate front end applications with the backend API’s using TypeScript and React.js
  • Evolve and maintain operational data sources (PostgreSQL)
  • Integrating data services from 3rd parties
  • Lead the development of AWS Lambdas in TypeScript
  • Evolve and automate provisioning of the AWS infrastructure

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

KotlinTypeScriptReact.jsPostgreSQLSQLAWS LambdaAWS ECSSNSTerraformhttp4kJdbiNode.jsREST APIsmicroservices

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the compensation for this Fullstack Developer role?

The position offers a competitive salary based on your qualifications and experience.

Is this a remote or hybrid position, and where are the offices?

This is a hybrid working position with offices in London, Munich, and Vienna.

What technical skills are required for this role?

The role requires 6+ years experience in Java/Kotlin, TypeScript and React.js or similar, strong SQL skills with Postgres experience, and DevOps experience with tools like Terraform.

What is the team and work environment like at Wrisk?

You'll work in a small, highly skilled cross-functional team of software engineers, designers, insurance experts, and finance professionals in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment.

What makes a strong candidate for this Software Developer position?

Strong candidates have a degree in Computer Science, 6+ years in Java/Kotlin, TypeScript, and React.js, experience driving technical projects, Agile passion, and fluency in English and German.

Wisk

Develops autonomous electric air taxis

About Wisk

Wisk Aero develops autonomous electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft aimed at transforming urban transportation by introducing air taxis. Their eVTOL aircraft, such as Wisk and Cora, are designed to be safe, sustainable, and accessible, meeting high aviation safety standards. Wisk Aero differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on both the manufacturing of these aircraft and providing air taxi services directly to consumers, as well as partnering with cities and businesses to enhance urban mobility solutions. The company's goal is to address inefficiencies in current transit systems, making air travel a practical option for everyday transportation.

Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$437.7MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Energy, AerospaceIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

100% paid employee medical, dental, & vision benefits, plus generous cost-sharing for spouse/dependent coverage
401(k) plan with 50% employer matching
9/80 alternative work schedule with every other Friday off
Commuter benefits & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Flexible time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance, plus 10 paid holidays per year
Quarterly wellness stipend to help maintain a healthy lifestyle
Annual company match for charitable giving
Communications allowance
Education assistance and flight lesson subsidy
Free electric vehicle charge stations at HQ
Daily catered lunch in Wisk facilities

Risks

Competition from Airbus and Embraer may impact Wisk's market share.
Regulatory hurdles could delay Wisk's autonomous air taxi deployment.
Public skepticism about autonomous vehicles may hinder Wisk's consumer adoption.

Differentiation

Wisk focuses on autonomous eVTOL aircraft, setting it apart in urban air mobility.
The company has conducted over 1750 test flights, showcasing its commitment to safety.
Wisk's strategic partnerships in Australia highlight its global expansion efforts.

Upsides

Increased interest in urban air mobility boosts demand for Wisk's eVTOL technology.
FAA's approval of airworthiness criteria accelerates Wisk's certification process.
Growing sustainability focus enhances demand for Wisk's zero-emission transportation solutions.

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