Zipline International Inc.
Senior Full Stack Software Engineer - Mapping
Zipline International Inc., South San Francisco, California, us, 94083
Senior Full Stack Software Engineer - Mapping
Zipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move. Our aim is to solve the world’s most urgent and complex access challenges by building, manufacturing and operating the first instant delivery and logistics system that serves all humans equally, wherever they are. From powering Rwanda’s national blood delivery network and Ghana’s COVID-19 vaccine distribution, to providing on-demand home delivery for Walmart, to enabling healthcare providers to bring care directly to U.S. homes, we are transforming the way things move for businesses, governments and consumers. The technology is complex but the idea is simple: a teleportation service that delivers what you need, when you need it. Through our technology that includes robotics and autonomy, we are decarbonizing delivery, decreasing road congestion, and reducing fossil fuel consumption and air pollution, while providing equitable access to billions of people and building a more resilient global supply chain.
Join Zipline and help us to make good on our promise to build an equitable and more resilient global supply chain for billions of people.
About You and the Role The Zipline Maps team is responsible for producing the high-precision geospatial data that our fully autonomous drones need to safely and reliably navigate complex urban environments—flying from fulfillment centers directly to homes, businesses, and other delivery locations. We build and maintain systems for collecting and aggregating spatial data from a variety of sources, validating our flight routes over the latest information, and providing geospatial services to stakeholders across the company. We use these tools to measure and manage risk and ensure regulatory compliance in each jurisdiction.
As Zipline grows, the imperatives of scale are driving the development of robust systems that enable distributed teams to manage geographic data around the world. We analyze the accuracy of elevation models, estimate and track the completeness of ground feature datasets, evaluate the impact of new distribution centers, model an evolving regulatory landscape, and keep everything up-to-date as time passes and the world changes around us.
As a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in shaping the systems that bridge complex backend services with human operators around the world. You’ll collaborate with designers, product managers, and map editors to deliver elegant user interfaces that turn sophisticated data and workflows into simple, intuitive experiences.
This role is not just about building features—it’s about creating the face of Zipline’s technology. From operational dashboards that track thousands of daily deliveries, to interfaces that help regulators evaluate safety and compliance, to design systems that empower our entire engineering org, your work will directly influence how the world interacts with autonomous delivery at scale.
What You'll Bring
8+ years of experience building and maintaining production web applications
3+ years of experience leading frontend projects, driving architectural decisions, and mentoring other engineers
Strong expertise with Rust, Python, React (or similar frameworks), and modern full-stack tools
Experience building component libraries and design systems that balance flexibility with consistency
A customer-obsessed mindset, with the drive to continuously improve products in close feedback loops with real users
Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to solving problems across distributed teams
What Else You Need to Know The starting cash range for this role is $170,000 - $210,000. This is a target starting range for a candidate who meets the minimum qualifications. The final cash pay will depend on experience, qualifications, skills, location, and impact. The total compensation package may include equity, discretionary bonuses, benefits (medical, dental, vision), paid time off, and other components.
Zipline is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We value diversity and welcome applications from those traditionally underrepresented in tech.
Please Note
We have received reports that some individuals are reaching out under false pretenses claiming to represent Zipline. Genuine Zipline employees or representatives will never ask for money or payment in exchange for employment opportunities. If you believe you have been targeted, contact us at security@flyzipline.com.
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Join Zipline and help us to make good on our promise to build an equitable and more resilient global supply chain for billions of people.
About You and the Role The Zipline Maps team is responsible for producing the high-precision geospatial data that our fully autonomous drones need to safely and reliably navigate complex urban environments—flying from fulfillment centers directly to homes, businesses, and other delivery locations. We build and maintain systems for collecting and aggregating spatial data from a variety of sources, validating our flight routes over the latest information, and providing geospatial services to stakeholders across the company. We use these tools to measure and manage risk and ensure regulatory compliance in each jurisdiction.
As Zipline grows, the imperatives of scale are driving the development of robust systems that enable distributed teams to manage geographic data around the world. We analyze the accuracy of elevation models, estimate and track the completeness of ground feature datasets, evaluate the impact of new distribution centers, model an evolving regulatory landscape, and keep everything up-to-date as time passes and the world changes around us.
As a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in shaping the systems that bridge complex backend services with human operators around the world. You’ll collaborate with designers, product managers, and map editors to deliver elegant user interfaces that turn sophisticated data and workflows into simple, intuitive experiences.
This role is not just about building features—it’s about creating the face of Zipline’s technology. From operational dashboards that track thousands of daily deliveries, to interfaces that help regulators evaluate safety and compliance, to design systems that empower our entire engineering org, your work will directly influence how the world interacts with autonomous delivery at scale.
What You'll Bring
8+ years of experience building and maintaining production web applications
3+ years of experience leading frontend projects, driving architectural decisions, and mentoring other engineers
Strong expertise with Rust, Python, React (or similar frameworks), and modern full-stack tools
Experience building component libraries and design systems that balance flexibility with consistency
A customer-obsessed mindset, with the drive to continuously improve products in close feedback loops with real users
Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to solving problems across distributed teams
What Else You Need to Know The starting cash range for this role is $170,000 - $210,000. This is a target starting range for a candidate who meets the minimum qualifications. The final cash pay will depend on experience, qualifications, skills, location, and impact. The total compensation package may include equity, discretionary bonuses, benefits (medical, dental, vision), paid time off, and other components.
Zipline is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We value diversity and welcome applications from those traditionally underrepresented in tech.
Please Note
We have received reports that some individuals are reaching out under false pretenses claiming to represent Zipline. Genuine Zipline employees or representatives will never ask for money or payment in exchange for employment opportunities. If you believe you have been targeted, contact us at security@flyzipline.com.
Are you authorized to work for Zipline in the United States without sponsorship now? Are you authorized to work for Zipline in the United States without sponsorship in the future?
Demographic questions for US-based roles
We invite you to share demographic data to support our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. Sharing is voluntary and will not impact your application. Data is kept separately from your application and is accessed only for analytics in accordance with our privacy policy.
Enter the verification code to confirm you are not a robot, then submit your application.
Security Code *
#J-18808-Ljbffr