Concord, CA · On-site
$134K - $177K/yr
Take ownership of both backend and frontend development as the sole engineer , implementing product features end-to-end and ensuring smooth, high-quality user experiences. * Work directly with the CT ...
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Concord, CA · On-site
$134K - $177K/yr
Take ownership of both backend and frontend development as the sole engineer , implementing product features end-to-end and ensuring smooth, high-quality user experiences. * Work directly with the CT ...
Concord, CA · On-site
$134K - $177K/yr
Take ownership of both backend and frontend development as the sole engineer, implementing product features end-to-end and ensuring smooth, high-quality user experiences. * Work directly with the CTO ...
Concord, CA · On-site
$134K - $177K/yr
Take ownership of both backend and frontend development as the sole engineer, implementing product features end-to-end and ensuring smooth, high-quality user experiences. * Work directly with the CTO ...
King Of Prussia, PA · On-site
May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under a limited property size and scope. Must have reliable transportation and be available for after hour emergency calls. Essential Job ...
King Of Prussia, PA · On-site
May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under a limited property size and scope. Must have reliable transportation and be available for after hour emergency calls. Essential Job ...
May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under a limited property size and scope. Must have reliable transportation and be available for after hour emergency calls. Work Shift:
May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under a limited property size and scope. Must have reliable transportation and be available for after hour emergency calls. Work Shift:
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$39.50/hr
May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under a limited property size and scope. Must have reliable transportation and be available for after hour emergency calls 1. Responsible for ...
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$39.50/hr
May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under a limited property size and scope. Must have reliable transportation and be available for after hour emergency calls 1. Responsible for ...
Farmington Hills, MI · On-site
May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under a limited property size and scope. Must have reliable transportation and be available for after hour emergency calls. Responsibilities ...
Farmington Hills, MI · On-site
May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under a limited property size and scope. Must have reliable transportation and be available for after hour emergency calls. Responsibilities ...
May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under a limited property size and scope. Must have reliable transportation and be available for after hour emergency calls. Essential Job ...
May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under a limited property size and scope. Must have reliable transportation and be available for after hour emergency calls. Essential Job ...
Mountainside, NJ · On-site
$110K - $135K/yr
Work as the sole Engineer projects in maintaining and executing major project milestones, including: * Review materials provided by Sales, including proposal, system description, BOM (bill of ...
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Mountainside, NJ · On-site
$110K - $135K/yr
Work as the sole Engineer projects in maintaining and executing major project milestones, including: * Review materials provided by Sales, including proposal, system description, BOM (bill of ...
May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under a limited property size and scope. Must have reliable transportation and be available for after hour emergency calls. Essential Job ...
May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under a limited property size and scope. Must have reliable transportation and be available for after hour emergency calls. Essential Job ...
Alexandria, VA · On-site
May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under a limited property size and scope. Must have reliable transportation and be available for after hour emergency calls. Essential Job ...
Alexandria, VA · On-site
May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under a limited property size and scope. Must have reliable transportation and be available for after hour emergency calls. Essential Job ...
May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under a limited property size and scope. Must have reliable transportation and be available for after hour emergency calls. Essential Job ...
May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under a limited property size and scope. Must have reliable transportation and be available for after hour emergency calls. Essential Job ...
New York, NY · On-site
$150K - $200K/yr
Relish the opportunity to be the sole engineer and work with our product lead to build tech from scratch, quickly * Good product instincts and interest in contributing to the growth of Upside beyond ...
New York, NY · On-site
$150K - $200K/yr
Relish the opportunity to be the sole engineer and work with our product lead to build tech from scratch, quickly * Good product instincts and interest in contributing to the growth of Upside beyond ...
Long Beach, CA · On-site
$450 - $875/day
Assistant or sole Engineer * Basic knowledge and troubleshooting abilities on electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems * Winch operation * Cleaning and maintaining an engine room to ...
Long Beach, CA · On-site
$450 - $875/day
Assistant or sole Engineer * Basic knowledge and troubleshooting abilities on electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems * Winch operation * Cleaning and maintaining an engine room to ...
$35 - $43/hr
May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under a limited property size and scope. Must have reliable transportation and be available for after hour emergency calls. Skills, Education ...
$35 - $43/hr
May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under a limited property size and scope. Must have reliable transportation and be available for after hour emergency calls. Skills, Education ...
Long Beach, CA · On-site
$450 - $875/day
Assistant or sole Engineer * Basic knowledge and troubleshooting abilities on electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems * Winch operation * Cleaning and maintaining an engine room to ...
Long Beach, CA · On-site
$450 - $875/day
Assistant or sole Engineer * Basic knowledge and troubleshooting abilities on electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems * Winch operation * Cleaning and maintaining an engine room to ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under a limited property size and scope. Must have reliable transportation and be available for after hour emergency calls. Responsibilities ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under a limited property size and scope. Must have reliable transportation and be available for after hour emergency calls. Responsibilities ...
Long Beach, CA · Remote
$450 - $875/day
Assistant or sole Engineer on tugs * Basic knowledge and troubleshooting abilities on electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems * Tow winch operation * Cleaning and maintaining an ...
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Long Beach, CA · Remote
$450 - $875/day
Assistant or sole Engineer on tugs * Basic knowledge and troubleshooting abilities on electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems * Tow winch operation * Cleaning and maintaining an ...
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New York, NY · On-site
$150K - $200K/yr
Relish the opportunity to be the sole engineer and work with our product lead to build tech from scratch, quickly * Good product instincts and interest in contributing to the growth of Upside beyond ...
New York, NY · On-site
$150K - $200K/yr
Relish the opportunity to be the sole engineer and work with our product lead to build tech from scratch, quickly * Good product instincts and interest in contributing to the growth of Upside beyond ...
Parsippany, NJ · On-site
$90K - $93K/yr
May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under a limited property size and scope. Must have reliable transportation and be available for after hour emergency calls. Essential Job ...
Parsippany, NJ · On-site
$90K - $93K/yr
May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under a limited property size and scope. Must have reliable transportation and be available for after hour emergency calls. Essential Job ...
Long Beach, CA · On-site
Assistant or sole Engineer * Basic knowledge and troubleshooting abilities on electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems * Winch operation * Cleaning and maintaining an engine room to ...
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Long Beach, CA · On-site
Assistant or sole Engineer * Basic knowledge and troubleshooting abilities on electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems * Winch operation * Cleaning and maintaining an engine room to ...
$12.98 - $19.14
2% of jobs
$19.14 - $25.31
6% of jobs
$25.31 - $31.47
10% of jobs
$31.47 - $37.63
6% of jobs
$38.66 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$37.63 - $43.79
3% of jobs
$43.79 - $49.96
6% of jobs
$49.96 - $56.12
9% of jobs
The median wage is $60.04 / hr.
$56.12 - $62.28
12% of jobs
$62.28 - $68.44
12% of jobs
$72.47 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$68.44 - $74.61
14% of jobs
$74.61 - $80.77
20% of jobs
$12
$55
$80
| Aspect | Sole Engineer | Mechanical Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Typically requires a relevant engineering degree and possibly a professional license, depending on the project scope | Requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering; licensure may be needed for certain roles |
| Work Environment | Often works independently on specific projects or components, may be involved in design, testing, and implementation | Works in teams on broader engineering projects, including design, analysis, and manufacturing |
| Industry Usage | Common in consulting, freelance, or specialized project roles | Widely used across manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and industrial sectors |
The main difference between a Sole Engineer and a Mechanical Engineer lies in scope and work style. Sole Engineers often operate independently on specific tasks or projects, while Mechanical Engineers typically work within teams on larger, more complex engineering projects. Both roles require relevant engineering credentials, but their work environments and industry applications differ.
$134K - $177K/yr
Full-time
Posted 12 days ago
Our client is redefining fulfillment, warehousing, and logistics with robot-powered operations built for speed, scale, and accuracy. E-commerce brands depend on them to move inventory, process orders, and deliver same-day shipping across key metro markets. As they launch and scale their platform, you’ll be joining a lean, high-velocity team—and influencing everything they build.
Role Overview
We’re looking for a highly capable Founding Software Engineer with strong backend skills in Python/Django and a willingness to roll up their sleeves across the stack (including frontend when needed). You’ll work closely with the CTO to design, build, and scale our core platform. This is a high-impact role where you’ll shape engineering culture, deliver mission-critical systems, and help our business and operations move faster.
Key ResponsibilitiesArchitect, build, and maintain backend systems and APIs using Python and Django to support core logistics, fulfillment, order management, and operational workflows.
Own infrastructure on AWS: design scalable, secure, and high-availability services that meet operational SLAs.
Take ownership of both backend and frontend development as the sole engineer, implementing product features end-to-end and ensuring smooth, high-quality user experiences.
Work directly with the CTO to define the technical roadmap, deliver features end-to-end, and iterate quickly based on business feedback.
Build engineering practices and standards: code review frameworks, documentation, observability (logging, monitoring), CI/CD pipelines, and performance optimization.
Be a key voice in shaping the engineering culture—from hiring decisions to team norms—setting the bar for quality, ownership, and collaboration.
Support operations/data efforts: engage directly with stakeholders (product, operations, warehouse/logistics teams) to translate real-world fulfillment challenges into scalable software solutions.
5+ years of software engineering experience, with strong backend expertise in Python and Django.
Proven experience working in production environments on AWS with responsibility for architecture, scalability, and reliability.
Comfortable working across the stack: though backend is primary, you can contribute effectively to the frontend when needed.
Experience delivering end-to-end systems—from database to APIs to UI and deployment.
Excellent problem-solving mindset: you thrive on solving complex infrastructure/data challenges and iterating quickly.
Strong communication skills and ability to partner with business, product, and ops stakeholders.
Self-starter and team player: able to work autonomously while collaborating closely with leadership.
Commitment to onsite work 5 days per week in Concord, CA.
Prior experience in logistics, fulfillment, warehousing, or 3PL systems.
Familiarity with React, TypeScript, or modern frontend frameworks.
Experience with event-driven architectures, microservices, or real-time data systems.
Interest in robotics, AI, physical systems, or operational automation.
Be the first engineer helping to build the foundation of a high-growth startup.
Direct impact: your work will power real fulfillment operations and robotic systems in production.
Work side-by-side with the CTO and leadership team to shape both product and culture.
Opportunity for growth: as the company scales, you’ll be positioned to lead and grow the engineering organization.
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1 - 10 Employees
Huntington Beach, CA, US
2019
