Senior Software Engineer, Backend 3DX

Joby Aviation•San Carlos, CA

2h•$116,500 - $178,600

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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