Software Engineer (AI-Assisted Development) at Nathan Kunes Inc (NKI Engineering) in San Diego, CA, USA

Job description

• Aphantic is experiencing rapid growth, and we're looking for a full-time Software Engineer to join our team and support this exciting expansion. At Aphantic, we're committed to investing in our employees' growth and development, helping them achieve their career goals. To learn more about us and our team, visit our website.
• About You and the Role
• The Software Engineer will help to aid in next generation tools and systems development. This is an exciting position that will have you developing web-based applications that integrate with our custom embedded systems, utilizing generative AI and AI-assisted coding tools to design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality software solutions.
• We are looking for a San Diego-based Software Engineer to join our team at Aphantic. This is a 100% onsite, full-time position following a 9/80 schedule.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement AI-assisted software applications
• Writing of requirements, specifications, and test documents
• Execution of tests and documentation of completed testing
• Interface with customers to develop requirements and perform design reviews

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• 2+ years of professional experience in Software Engineering
• High-level: Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go
• Systems: C/C++, Rust, C#
• Experience in Linux Systems and Virtual Machines
• Experience in Web-based UI development
• Network Software Engineering (TLS / HTTPS)
• U.S. citizenship required; must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
• Component-based web UI and web test frameworks
• Kotlin and Android development
• RESTCONF and YANG
• Cryptography basics
• Prior embedded or network-systems exposure

Skills

Required

• Python
• JavaScript/TypeScript
• Go
• C/C++
• Rust
• C#
• Linux Systems
• Virtual Machines
• Web-based UI development

Preferred

• Kotlin
• Android development
• RESTCONF
• YANG
• Cryptography basics
• Embedded or network-systems exposure

Benefits

• Career Growth: We invest in your professional development and provide clear opportunities for advancement.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to critical government and commercial projects that make a difference.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and a 9/80 work schedule for better work-life balance.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability insurance, plus access to additional voluntary insurance options.
• 401(k) plan with Company Safe Harbor contributions
• Eligibility for discretionary employer-sponsored bonus
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off).
• Paid Time Off: 10 days of vacation, 7 personal days, and 11 paid Federal holidays annually.
• Base salary: $90,000-$125,000 depending on experience and qualifications.