Full Stack Engineer

Important pre-read:

Please do not apply on wellfound, there is an application link provided in this JD. This job description will take ~15 minutes to read and ~15 minutes to apply. You increase your chances of selection by 10x if you read this to the end, slowly. Trust us on this.

What is Armory?
What we are building requires hard work, tenacity, ownership, creativity and way more man-hours than an everyday job.

If you are a savant at what you do, love autonomy, have high agency and genuinely want to impact the future of this country, we want you to work with us starting yesterday!

Modern conflicts waged remotely demand a radical rethinking of strategy as adversaries deploy inexpensive drones and technology to inflict maximum damage with minimal risk.

If you prefer routine over the dynamic unpredictability of innovation, Armory isn't for you. Our fast-paced environment requires genuine curiosity, resilience, a passion for continuous learning, and comfort with rapid change.

Armory is a new age defence tech startup building next-generation products to strengthen Indian forces in the modern battlefields.

About the founder

Amardeep Singh is an IIT Bombay alumnus & an aerospace engineer by education. He was a founding member of ideaForge - currently India’s biggest drone company & the first drone company to get listed on the Indian stock exchange.

His 16-year entrepreneurial journey is marked by a series of ambitious ventures spanning across diverse tech domains like Drones, Consumer Hardware, B2B SaaS & AI.

Problems we solve

Our country’s defence systems, conceived in a bygone era, have been outpaced by the rapid advancements in technology, revealing critical gaps that we, at Armory, are poised to bridge.

At Armory, we identify and solve the most critical, complex & specific challenges in modern warfare. By harnessing the power of artificial intelligence and diving deep into specific problems, we create innovative defence technologies and products that protect our nation and allies.

Why you should NOT join us:

If high stakes, tight deadlines, and significant challenges don't excite you, then our mission to revolutionise defence technology might not align with your career goals. We seek individuals who are ready to push boundaries and are motivated by the urgency of now.

Why you SHOULD join us:

We offer the opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects that strengthen national defence, supported by a team of A players.

Join Armory if you're drawn to solving hard problems and want to create a meaningful & profound impact to the national security.

At Armory, you will do the best work of your life. Period.

Requirements

About this role

You will be responsible for both front-end and back-end development of robust, secure, and user-friendly applications tailored for defense technology.

Design, develop, and maintain scalable web, mobile & desktop applications.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
Ensure the performance, security, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code with a focus on security best practices.
Must haves

Proven proficiency in Javascript and frameworks such as ReactJs, NextJs, ElectronJs or Tauri
Extensive hands-on experience with back-end languages and frameworks (e.g., NodeJs, Python)
Thorough understanding of mainstream database systems, demonstrated through practical implementation
Solid grasp of version control systems (e.g., Git) and practical experience with AWS Cloud or Google Cloud deployment
Hands-on experience with WebSockets, real-time data streaming, real-time data processing and visualisation
Demonstrated excellence in problem-solving and analytical skills through real-world projects
Proven track record of strong communication and collaboration abilities in a professional setting
Portfolio showcasing clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
A collection of live personal projects that highlight your skills and interests
An active GitHub repository showcasing your contributions and coding practices
Bonus points for

Practical experience with Unity or Unreal Engine, demonstrated through completed projects
Proven ability to integrate software with hardware systems
Hands-on experience developing and deploying IoT products
Keen interest in defense as an industry
What will make you successful in this role?

Deep Technical Expertise in your domain.
Shipping features weekly.
Knack of integrating software for hardware systems in record time.
Getting s**t done

How will we set you up for success in this role?

A live project: You will jump straight into a live project as soon as you join. No dummy or test projects.
Access to resources: You name it, we will do everything to get it for you.
Supportive team: You will be surrounded by the best minds ready to help you.

Our Hiring Process

We target to close the hiring process within 14 days of your application.

Round 1: Screening Application

Duration: At your own pace but if it takes you less than 15 minutes to apply, you are unlikely to move to the next round.
How to ace: Do not copy-paste your answers from a website or ChatGPT. Be specific in your answers. It’s about you.
Codeword: Use IAMSTACKED in the application form where it asks you for Codeword. This way we know you have read the JD.

Round 2: Technical skill Test
Duration : 5 days
How to ace: Show curiosity. Go beyond what you were expected to do. Come back with more ideas.

Round 3: Intro/Tech call
Duration : 1 hour
How to ace: Be yourself. We want to know YOU, not some ideal unrealistic person. Demonstrate your expertise in the area we are evaluating. Ask good questions.

Round 4: Culture Fitment

Duration: 1 hour
How to ace: Help us understand your goals & aspirations. Share some of the stories that have made you what you are. Ask good questions.
Welcome aboard

Congratulations! You are now a part of Armory. You will build something that let’s you sleep at night with a feeling you did something meaningful. Buckle up for a ride into the future.
Work Location:

Armory highly values having employees working in-office. We are establishing a collaborative work environment and company culture and that simply does not happen from home. We are based out of Gurgaon and require employees to be in office.

Apply here: https://careers.armoryshield.com/jobs/Careers/128390000000618011/Full-Stack-Engineer?source=wellfound

Benefits

What we expect from you

Genuine curiosity
Founder’s mindset
First principles thinking
Execution, not just ideas
Bias for action
High energy
High agency
Highest level of integrity
Getting your hands dirty
Audacious state of mind

What to expect from us

Team of A players
Work directly with the founder
Ridiculous levels of responsibility
Fast & decisive approach
Work on hard problems

What your first 3 months at Armory will look like

30 Days

Complete the onboarding process, learn about our mission and values, meet your team, and understand ongoing projects and priorities.
Set up your development environment and familiarize yourself with the tools, software, and equipment necessary for developing.
Begin contributing to ongoing projects by assisting with both front-end and back-end development, focusing on user interface design, API development, and integration.
Deploy the software to production

60 Days

Collaborate with the design team to implement new features and functionalities.
Develop and implement real-time data processing algorithms and WebSockets for seamless data streaming and interaction.
Conduct thorough testing and debugging to validate and optimize application performance and user experience.
Showcase a working prototype of a new feature or improvement to an existing application.

90 Days

Lead the development and implementation of a feature or module within our application stack.
Collaborate with the team to define and execute comprehensive test plans for full stack validation, including end-to-end testing.
Optimize application performance based on test results and user feedback, focusing on scalability and efficiency.
Identify opportunities for code modularity, reusability, and scalability to improve development efficiency and maintainability.
Prepare the codebase for deployment, ensuring readiness for production environments.
Engage in discussions about innovative technologies and potential patents.
Develop a long-term plan for personal growth and development within the company, discussing your career aspirations with the founder.

Tips
Irrespective of you applying at Armory or not, some of the following tips will definitely help you in your job search.

How to get hired

Targeted Applications: Ensure your application is tailored specifically for the job you're applying for by understanding its requirements and showcasing relevant experiences and skills. Apply for THIS job, not some job.

Quality Over Quantity: Instead of applying to 100 jobs casually, it’s far better to apply to 4 seriously.

Stand out: Most people don’t put any efforts in applying to jobs, their applications look exactly the same. It’s easy to stand out from them just by putting a little effort and showcasing your relevant experience and interest for the said job.

How to NOT get hired

If your cover letter starts with “Honestly, I possess all the skills and experience that you’re looking for”, then you are not going to make it.
In fact, we wrote a long thread on all the ways you will NOT get hired. https://x.com/singhamardeep/status/1459114743398998018?s=46 We highly recommend you to read it.
We wish you the best in your job search!