Senior Software Engineer, Backend 3DX

Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. Since 2009, our team has worked steadily to make this dream a reality. We've designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. We're looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onward toward certifying the Joby aircraft, scaling our manufacturing, and launching our initial commercial service.

Senior Software Engineer 3DX to join our Factory Systems team and help us build the future of urban air mobility.

This is your chance to directly impact the mission of certifying the Joby aircraft and scaling our manufacturing operations. As the technological backbone of Joby's operations, the Factory Systems team plays a crucial role in engineering, manufacturing, quality, and more. You'll be instrumental in designing and enhancing our Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system, which will optimize the experience for our design engineers and other users.

Your work will be at the forefront of virtual product development and digital twin integration. You'll act as a senior technical advisor on PLM, modeling, and simulation strategies using the 3DEXPERIENCE platform (including CATIA, ENOVIA, and DELMIA). We're looking for someone who can derive, design, and continuously improve the overall 3DX platform architecture.

• Derive, design, and continuously improve the overall 3DX platform architecture
• Act as a senior technical advisor on PLM, modeling, simulation, and configuration management strategies using 3DEXPERIENCE (CATIA, ENOVIA, DELMIA)
• Implement and extend applications within the 3DX platform to support business and engineering needs
• Integrate 3DX into the broader system landscape through APIs and custom services, ensuring seamless connectivity with ERP, MES, and QMS systems
• Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and performance optimization for 3DX solutions
• Analyze engineering and business workflows to identify opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements
• Collaborate closely with an international, cross-functional team to ensure effective delivery and adoption of 3DX solutions
• Lead strategic initiatives in virtual product development, digital twin/digital thread integration, and model-based engineering
• Collaborate with product teams and industry partners to define best practices and drive adoption of advanced PLM and design methodologies

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a comparable field
• 5+ years of software engineering experience within the 3DX platform, specifically CATIA, DELMIA, or ENOVIA
• Strong programming skills in Java; Python is a plus
• Deep understanding of APIs, web services, and event-based processing (e.g., Kafka or similar technologies)
• Solid knowledge of the underlying architecture and infrastructure of an on-premise 3DX implementation
• Excellent problem-solving skills, proactive mindset, and ability to work effectively in global teams
• Experience with standard software development practices, including CI/CD and Git-based workflows

• Background in aerospace, automotive, or other design/manufacturing industries
• Previous experience in startups or high-growth environments
• Proven track record of delivering end-to-end solutions, from product development through to support

Please still apply if you don't meet all items in the desired section Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are dedicated to building a diverse and effective workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay, bonus,  and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $132,200 - $197,900/year. The compensation package offered will be determined by location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more. 

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.