Technical Lead at Archer

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
FinTech, Cloud ComputingIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years of overall professional experience
  • 2+ years in a technical role (early-stage or founder experience strongly preferred)
  • Proficiency in Kubernetes, React, Python, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • Exposure to data science workflows and familiarity with AI/LLM tools
  • Demonstrated ability to own products from ideation to scale, ideally with measurable business impact
  • Experience leading or managing remote/distributed engineering teams
  • Strong collaboration skills with GTM or commercial teams

Responsibilities

  • Own the full lifecycle of a strategic product directly tied to company revenue, from concept through launch and scale
  • Contribute directly to the codebase while setting engineering direction and best practices
  • Hire, manage, and mentor a distributed, international team of engineers
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Sales, and Marketing on launches, GTM campaigns, and customer engagement
  • Define, track, and execute against key KPIs and performance targets, reporting progress directly to the CEO
  • Drive innovation in AI/LLM applications within the product to maintain competitive differentiation

Skills

LLMs
Data Science
Developer Tools
Cloud Optimization
FinOps
AWS
Azure
GCP
Software Engineering
Team Leadership

Archer

Designs and develops electric vertical takeoff aircraft

About Archer

Archer designs and develops electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft aimed at transforming urban transportation. Their aircraft operate by taking off and landing vertically, which allows them to navigate congested city environments efficiently. Archer targets urban commuters, city planners, and transportation networks, offering eco-friendly solutions to improve urban mobility. Unlike traditional transportation methods, Archer's eVTOLs provide a sustainable alternative that reduces environmental impact. The company generates revenue through the sale of its aircraft and may also offer air taxi services in the future. Archer's goal is to lead the shift towards sustainable air mobility, making urban commuting more efficient and environmentally friendly.

Palo Alto, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2020Year Founded
$637.8MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Automotive & TransportationIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Performance Bonus

Risks

Regulatory challenges from FAA and DOT may delay operational plans.
Increased competition from companies like Joby Aviation could impact market share.
Reliance on strategic partnerships poses risks if expectations are not met.

Differentiation

Archer focuses on sustainable urban air mobility with all-electric eVTOL aircraft.
The company targets urban commuters with eco-friendly, time-saving air taxi services.
Archer's strategic partnerships enhance its market reach and operational capabilities.

Upsides

Archer secured $430M funding, strengthening its financial position for growth.
FAA approval for LA air taxi services positions Archer for urban mobility leadership.
Planned LA air mobility network could significantly reduce commuter travel times.

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