Overview

Software Engineer (TypeScript/React.js) role at TrustFlight.

TrustFlight is an innovative aviation software company that specializes in developing cutting-edge AI, digital workflow and analytics applications for the aviation industry. Our software empowers many of the world’s airlines, airports, and aviation service providers to enhance safety, optimize operations, and improve overall efficiency.

Why TrustFlight: We deliver digital workflow solutions that enhance safety, streamline operations, and inspire confidence across the aviation industry. Our systems are used by over 200,000 daily users to make aviation safer and more efficient. We are guided by integrity, responsibility, innovation, and excellence, and we empower our partners to operate with confidence.

Your Role

As a Software Engineer on the SmartSuite team, you’ll report to the Technical Lead and play a crucial role in developing next-generation digital aviation systems. You’ll be responsible for building new features while elevating team competency through technical discussion, in-depth code reviews, and a proactive mindset. SmartSuite focuses on aviation safety reporting, digital compliance systems, and maintenance tracking solutions that ensure aircraft safety and regulatory compliance. Your code supports aviation safety by ensuring accurate, compliant maintenance documentation for aircraft operations worldwide.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Build digital aircraft document management tools and dashboards using Node.js + React/TypeScript with Test-Driven Development (TDD), comprehensive automated testing, and rigorous code review practices
• Contribute towards feature development and architectural decisions while ensuring clean, maintainable code, adherence to coding standards, and a quality-first mindset for mission-critical systems
• Own CI/CD pipelines, containerized deployments (Docker/Kubernetes), and maintain system reliability, security, and scalability through DevOps best practices
• Integrate AI tools and development environment enhancements to boost development productivity and aviation maintenance workflows
• Collaborate with other engineers through pair programming and code reviews, elevating team competency through knowledge sharing and discussion

What You’ll Bring

Core Requirements

• 3-4 years of full stack development experience with Node.js, React/TypeScript and PostgreSQL
• Skilled at integrating software with third-party APIs
• Expertise in software architecture, system design, and scalability for complex systems
• Advanced proficiency with AI coding assistants and modern development practices
• Proficiency with containerization, CI/CD, and SaaS product development
• Collaborative mindset with experience working effectively in team environments and willingness to mentor junior developers
• Strong technical foundation with eagerness to contribute to architectural discussions and learn from senior team members

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with cloud platforms (GCP preferred)
• AI API integration and database optimization experience

What Makes You Stand Out

• Curiosity and commitment to continuous learning, staying current with development trends and best practices
• Experience delivering quality software features and working across different teams
• Interest in aviation industry with appreciation for regulatory compliance and safety-critical systems

Location

This role will be based out of our office in London. This is an on-site role with room for flexibility, because we know life doesn’t always fit a 9-to-5 mould.

Why join us

• See Your Impact: Your contributions directly enhance the safety and efficiency of aviation operations
• Build and Create: Be part of an environment where you’ll have the freedom to innovate and build solutions that define the future of digital aviation
• Growth Opportunity: Join us as we scale and adopt cutting-edge AI tools and SaaS best practices

Also, we offer

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive benefits package including health and dental benefits. Paid time off plus an extra day off to celebrate your birthday
• Invest in your future: Company contribution to pension/RRSP matching program
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for career advancement and skill development
• Competitive salary: Typical range is £45,000 to £50,000 per year; base pay depends on location, skills, experience, and internal equity

How to Apply

Click Apply! Send us your resume, including a cover letter. Let us know how you can contribute to creating best-in-class tools and services throughout the aviation industry.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

TrustFlight is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by UK law.