Founding Full Stack Engineer

About Vantive Technology 

Vantive Technology (aka “Vantive”) is a stealth incubation within the Red Cell Partners’ ecosystem. As a pre-seed start-up, we are looking for skilled, highly motivated, and agile individuals to join our team at the foundational level. 

Vantive is a scenario planning and course of action engine for 21st-century supply chains. It integrates seamlessly with existing systems (e.g. ERPs, PLMs, and MES), enabling predictive modeling across tiers, geographies, and time horizons.  

Our platform goes beyond visibility, simulating degradation; quantifying tradeoffs for cost, time, and mission impact; and generating actionable plans aligned with users' objectives. Where others stop at visibility, Vantive delivers the optionality to anticipate, model, and act before disruptions cascade. 

Founding Full Stack Engineer 

As a Founding Full Stack Engineer, you’ll help design and build the foundational software stack and platform solution for our first customers, working closely with a lean, high-ownership team.  

We are currently building with a modern stack that includes React + TypeScript, Python/Node.js APIs, PostgreSQL, AWS, Docker, and a focus on secure, scalable, cloud-and AI-native architecture.   

Responsibilities 

• Define and own the frontend of our applications 
• Develop responsive, mobile-friendly, and accessible web applications using HTML, CSS, and modern JavaScript frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js, while ensuring cross-browser compatibility and seamless integration with RESTful APIs and back-end services. 
• Optimize front-end architecture for performance, scalability, and maintainability, leveraging best practices to deliver high-quality user experiences across devices and platforms. 
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and services to enable seamless integration with various applications and third-party platforms. 
• Ensure the security and scalability of frontend and backend systems, implementing best practices for data governance and access control.  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, architect solutions, and develop and shape the initial codebase. 
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to maintain code quality and adherence to coding standards.   

Required Experience and Skills 

• 5+ years of professional experience in software development, with a significant portion in full stack roles. 
• Expertise in front-end technologies such as React, Angular, Next.js, TypeScript, Flowbite, or Tailwind. 
• Proficiency in back-end languages and frameworks including Node.js, Python, Java, or Go. 
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes). 
• Passionate about creating simple and intuitive user experiences that resonate with users 
• Self-motivated and resourceful, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability; able to drive projects forward independently, collaborate effectively with stakeholders, and proactively tackle challenges to improve processes. 
• Ability to stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, and to apply this knowledge to drive continuous improvement and innovation within the team. 
• Knowledge of security best practices and the ability to implement robust security measures to protect sensitive data.   

Bonus Points 

• Previous experience in an early-stage startup. 
• Previous experience or knowledge of complex supply chain systems. 
• Strong knowledge of database systems (SQL and NoSQL) and experience with database design and optimization 
• Proven ability to design and implement scalable platform infrastructure that adheres to SOC2 compliance requirements. Ability or potential to adhere to additional security requirements such as GCC-high, CMMC, NIST 800-171, etc.  

General Requirements 

• Eligible to secure a U.S. Secret clearance or higher. 
• Ability to travel to conferences and/or to other Red Cell locations for in-person meetings.  
• Travel will be no more than 25% of your total time. 

Benefits   

• 100% employer paid, comprehensive health care including medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.  
• Early-stage equity. 
• 14 weeks of paid parental leave at employees' normal pay.  
• Unlimited PTO, with management approval. 
• Paid time off for all observed Federal holidays. 
• Opportunities for professional development and continued learning.  
• Optional 401K and FSA available.   

Vantive is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.   

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, even if you don't feel like you're a perfect fit. If you're passionate about contributing to our mission, we'd love to hear from you. 

Salary Range: $160,000-$190,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience, skills, and other factors.

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