Senior Software Engineer - FlightAware Backend (Onsite)

About the Role FlightAware is looking for a backend software engineer to build state‑of‑the‑art systems that power the FlightAware website and mobile apps used by millions of people. The role is based in Houston, TX and is onsite. Responsibilities Contribute to building new features from scratch and delivering them to production. Build and scale FlightAware’s backend infrastructure, including streaming data feeds, databases, queueing systems, compute infrastructure, and analysis engines. Ensure customers have a seamless self‑service account management experience and secure access to services according to their purchased products. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver cloud‑native microservices that power the website, mobile apps, and data reporting. Write high‑quality, well‑tested code for some of the largest airlines and airports in the world. What You Will Learn Work with cutting‑edge technologies such as Go, Rust, Python, Kubernetes, AWS, and more. Apply cloud‑native approaches to software development and delivery. Mentor junior engineers and become a go‑to person in an area of expertise. Expand application of best practices, provide feedback, and continuously improve processes. Participate in a diverse team and work on a variety of projects exposing you to new technologies. Qualifications Typically requires a STEM degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree plus at least 3 years of experience. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. Experience as a software engineer using languages and technologies such as Go, Rust, C++, PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar. Understanding of API contract importance in software engineering. Experience with cloud technologies, especially AWS and Kubernetes. Experience supporting microservice architectures, service meshes, message/event queues, asynchronous workflows, and GraphQL interfaces. Experience with large‑scale SaaS systems, including PostgreSQL, PostGIS, TimescaleDB, Redis, and similar storage and caching technologies. Knowledge of security best practices and secure software design. Proactive learning, problem‑solving, and openness to new approaches. Interest or experience in aviation, e.g., being a private pilot. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees. Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and a Lifetime Income Strategy option. Tuition reimbursement program. Student loan repayment program. Life and disability coverage, and optional pet, home, and auto insurance. Birth, adoption, parental leave, and fertility benefits. Employee Assistance Plan and wellness incentives. Telehealth services, including virtual doctor visits and second‑opinion programs. Child and elder care services. EEO Statement RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr