Engineering Manager, Applications (Web & iOS)

Company: Beacon AI
Location: San Carlos
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

About Beacon AIBeacon AI is developing AI pilot assistant technology to transform aviation, flight safety, operational efficiency, and pilot capabilities. We are on a mission to leverage the power of artificial intelligence and advanced data analytics to revolutionize the aviation industry. Join us to be at the cutting edge of technological innovation for the second century of aviation.Role OverviewBeacon AI is seeking an experienced, hands-on Engineering Manager, Applications to lead the iOS engineering team building Murdock (an AI-powered pilot assistant) and the frontend engineering team developing Lighthouse (data platform and flight management system), ensuring seamless collaboration and technical excellence across both teams. Acting as both a hands-on technical leader and a strategic team manager, you will foster a culture of high performance, accountability, and innovation.As the bridge between engineering, product, and design teams, you will play a key role in delivering intuitive, AI-driven application experiences that meet the rigorous demands of the aviation industry. This position is ideal for a highly technical leader with a passion for crafting scalable, reliable, and user-centric applications that redefine how pilots and operators interact with their tools.What You'll Do

• Team Leadership: Lead and manage the iOS engineering team for Murdock and the frontend (web) engineering team for Lighthouse, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence.
• Cross-Team Collaboration: Ensure seamless collaboration between backend and the Applications team, driving alignment on shared goals and best practices for delivering high-quality user experiences.
• Hands-on Technical Contribution: Engage directly in coding, architectural decisions, and technical problem-solving to support your teams and maintain a high engineering bar.
• Project Management: Plan, execute, and deliver projects across both teams, ensuring timely delivery while maintaining quality and reliability.
• Vision and Strategy: Define the technical direction for both iOS and web applications, aligning team objectives with Beacon AI's product vision and long-term goals.
• Customer-Centric Development: Work closely with Product Managers, Designers, and customers to ensure features meet user needs and exceed expectations.
• Recruitment & Mentorship: Lead hiring efforts to grow both teams, onboarding top talent and providing mentorship to develop and retain high-performing engineers.
• System Reliability & Performance: Monitor and optimize the performance, reliability, and scalability of both applications, ensuring they meet the rigorous demands of the aviation industry.
• Market Readiness: Drive the delivery of features to market, ensuring seamless integration and impactful outcomes for pilots and operators.What Will Make You Successful
  • Proven Engineering Experience: 6-10+ years of technical experience with expertise in iOS and web application development, and 1+ years of experience managing engineering teams.
  • Highly Technical: Recent hands-on coding experience, with proficiency in Swift, SwiftUI, TypeScript, React, or equivalent frameworks, and the ability to guide complex technical decisions.
  • Leadership Abilities: Proven ability to lead and grow high-performing engineering teams across multiple platforms.
  • Product Sense: Strong intuition for building user-centered applications, with a track record of delivering impactful iOS and web solutions.
  • Execution-Oriented: Hands-on and detail-driven, with the ability to prioritize, execute, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent communication and collaboration skills to align teams and stakeholders around a shared vision.
  • Agility and Adaptability: Experience working in agile environments and scaling processes in a growing company.Bonus Points
    • AI Expertise: Experience with AI-powered applications, including integration of ML models into frontend or mobile interfaces.
    • Product Launch: Proven track record of taking applications to market, from development through launch and customer adoption.
    • Cloud Experience: Familiarity with distributed systems, performance optimization, or aviation-specific technologies.
    • Relevant Domain Experience: Knowledge of safety-critical or compliance-driven development environments.Join Beacon AI to be at the forefront of innovation, driving the transformation of aviation technology and making a tangible impact on the future of flight.This is a hybrid role and requires working from our San Carlos, CA office at least three days a week, with the option to work remotely the remaining days.Perks & Benefits for Full-Time Employees:
      • Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage: Enjoy peace of mind with our generous health benefits, with 80% of medical costs covered by the company for the employee and 25% for their dependents.
      • Paid Time Off: Recharge and relax with 3 weeks of paid vacation, in addition to 14 company-paid holidays each year.
      • Connectivity Stipend: Stay connected with our cell phone benefit, ensuring you have the tools you need to excel in your role.
      • Health and Wellness Allowance: Use this towards a gym membership or subscription to a meditation app, empowering you to prioritize self-care and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
      • Financial Planning: Prepare for the future with our 401(k) program. While we currently do not offer matching, we are committed to enhancing this benefit in the future.For nearly all roles, the following may apply:At this time, due to United States Department of State regulations, we are only able to hire U.S. Persons. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident (U.S. citizen, legal immigrant with a 'Green Card', or a protected individual who has been granted permanent asylum or refugee status.) These aerospace restrictions mean that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or consider candidates who require visa transfers. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. All work must be performed in the United States.Beacon AI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, employer complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Employer expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
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