Full-Stack Software Engineer

As a Full-Stack Software Engineer at Marble, your responsibilities are multifaceted. You will build and maintain full-stack applications that are essential for controlling and monitoring fleets of high-performance UAVs. You'll develop systems for real-time telemetry and video, work on internal tools and cloud pipelines that support flight testing and AI training, while closely collaborating with aero and hardware teams to ensure software functionality in real-world applications. This role also involves making key technical decisions on architecture, security, and scalability.

Marble seeks a Full-Stack Software Engineer with strong experience in Python, React, and TypeScript, with comfort in Linux-based environments. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a similar field is also preferred. Candidates should have a solid understanding of networking fundamentals and experience in debugging across systems, along with the passion and curiosity to overcome challenges in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

In this role at Marble, you’ll work with a variety of technologies, including Python for backend development, React for frontend applications, and TypeScript for type-safe programming. You’ll also interact with cloud systems, real-time video, and telemetry data while exploring tools like MAVLink and Jetson hardware. Familiarity with geospatial data and low-latency streaming systems will be advantageous, contributing to the development of advanced drone operations.

Marble is an exciting place for a Full-Stack Software Engineer due to its innovative mission of transforming drone operations and aerial data collection. The opportunity to work on real-world applications that directly impact customers and the chance to scale from single-drone operations to global fleets create a stimulating and rewarding environment. Additionally, the collaborative culture and a focus on hands-on problem-solving make it a dynamic workplace.

Marble is committed to supporting the growth of its Full-Stack Software Engineers through hands-on project involvement and mentoring opportunities. As you work on developing and maintaining mission-critical applications, you’ll gain invaluable experience that enhances both personal and professional development. The fast-paced environment encourages continuous learning, team collaboration, and creativity in problem-solving.

When answering this question, you should provide a clear overview of a project you completed, detailing your role, the technologies used, and the outcome. Highlight both the frontend and backend components, explaining how you integrated them to deliver functionality.

In your answer, emphasize the importance of writing clean, well-documented code, utilizing design patterns, and conducting code reviews. Discuss specific practices, like automated testing and continuous integration, that help maintain code quality as the project grows.

Detail your systematic approach to debugging, which may involve logging, using debugging tools, and recreating issues in different environments. Mention any specific tools or techniques that have proven effective in diagnosing and fixing problems quickly.

Discuss your communication skills and flexibility in adapting to different disciplines. Describe how you prioritize team objectives, schedule meetings to discuss needs, and ensure alignment on project goals and timelines, showing your ability to work effectively across various teams.

Elaborate on your experiences with real-time systems, discussing any specific technologies you’ve used. Talk about challenges faced and how you ensured efficiency and reliability in processing data streams quickly and accurately.

Explain that as a Full-Stack Software Engineer, understanding networking fundamentals enables you to effectively troubleshoot connectivity issues, build more resilient applications, and ensure efficient data transmission between components. Illustrate your point with examples from past projects.

Address your problem-solving approach when faced with unclear requirements. Discuss how you work closely with stakeholders to clarify expectations, iterate on designs, and adapt as necessary while ensuring that product goals remain the focus.

Provide a list of testing frameworks you have experience with, along with examples of how you’ve applied them in projects. Discuss the importance of unit tests, integration tests, and end-to-end tests in maintaining software quality.

Talk about resources you use, such as online courses, tech blogs, or community meetups. Mention your commitment to continuous learning and how you incorporate new knowledge into your projects and personal development.

Reflect on a specific situation where you had to assist in a deployment. Discuss the steps taken, challenges faced, and how you ensured a smooth experience for the customer, demonstrating your adaptability and communication skills.