Sr. Software Developer, Full Stack

POSITION DESCRIPTION: DrinkPAK is seeking a Senior Full-Stack Software Developer to design, build, and enhance the applications and digital tools that support its fast-growing manufacturing and business operations. This hands-on individual contributor will be deeply involved in coding, architecture, and end-to-end solution delivery while also influencing technology standards and long-term software strategy. The role includes developing full-stack applications, integrating systems and data pipelines, contributing to CI/CD and DevOps practices, and ensuring secure, high-quality engineering. This senior engineer will serve as a technical advisor, mentor other developers, and collaborate across teams to deliver scalable, modern software solutions that directly impact operational efficiency and business growth without the responsibilities of people management.

This Senior Full-Stack Software Developer to design, build, and evolve the software applications and digital tools that power our manufacturing operations and business systems. Reporting directly to Director, Software Development, this role is a hands-on technical contributor who also plays a key role in shaping our software development standards, architecture decisions, and technology roadmap.
 

You will have the opportunity to influence technology direction while remaining deeply involved in coding, design, and delivery – ideal for a senior engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, high-impact environment where their work directly drives business growth and operational excellence.

LOCATION: The position is based at DrinkPak’s headquarters in Santa Clarita, California. 

​BENEFITS: The health and wellbeing of our teams is important to us. We offer: 

• FREE PPO medical, dental and vision insurance for our employees AND their dependents 

• A cell phone stipend 

• Annual discretionary bonus 

• 401(k) match program, pet insurance, life insurance and more 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Application Design & Development
  • Design, build, and maintain full-stack web applications and APIs to support manufacturing, logistics, ERP integrations, and analytics.
  • Develop high-quality, maintainable, and scalable code using modern frameworks and practices.
  • Ensure responsiveness, performance, and reliability across applications and platforms.
• Architecture & Technical Strategy
  • Contribute to the definition of software architecture and technology standards across front-end, back-end, and cloud layers.
  • Evaluate and recommend new technologies, frameworks, and tools to support innovation and efficiency.
  • Advocate for clean code, design patterns, and robust testing strategies.
• Integration & Data Enablement
  • Integrate applications with internal and external systems, including Azure services, ERP, and IoT platforms.
  • Collaborate with others to support API-driven architectures and data pipelines.
• Security & Quality
  • Implement secure coding practices and participate in code reviews to ensure software quality.
  • Partner with other teams within IT to align application development with security best practices.
• Automation & DevOps Collaboration
  • Work closely with others to Implement CI/CD pipelines and automate testing, security scanning, and deployment processes.
  • Contribute to Infrastructure-as-Code and containerization efforts to streamline development and operations.
• Technical Leadership & Collaboration
  • Serve as a senior technical advisor to IT leadership on software strategy and architecture.
  • Mentor and guide other developers on technical design, coding practices, and problem-solving.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, operations, and business teams to translate needs into practical software solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• 7+ years of experience in full-stack software development.
• Strong proficiency in modern programming languages such as C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, and/or Python.
• Experience with front-end frameworks such as React or Vue.js.
• Expertise in back-end frameworks such as .NET Core or Node.js.
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices, and cloud-based architectures (preferably Azure).
• Solid experience with SQL and other data storage technologies (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Cosmos DB).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and DevOps practices.
• Understanding of security, performance, and scalability best practices.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.
• Experience integrating with ERP or MES systems is preferred.
• Exposure to manufacturing or industrial environments is preferred.
• Cloud certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate) is preferred.

OUR VALUES 

Our company’s culture is guided by our shared values of Speed, Intensity, and Purpose. These values are demonstrated in the following ways based on the role within the organization. 

• Speed: Take the initiative to promptly identify and address potential issues or opportunities. Maintain a sense of urgency in your work, completing tasks efficiently. 

• Intensity: Remain resilient in the face of challenges and setbacks by possessing a positive attitude, persevering through obstacles, and demonstrating adaptability in your approach. 

• Purpose: Take ownership of your responsibilities, and value the input and skillsets of your peers by working together as One PAK. 

ABOUT DRINKPAK 

DrinkPAK is the premiere contract manufacturer of aluminum canned beverages in North America. The Company manufactures and distributes billions of cans of product for the most prominent global beverage brands. With 1.4 million square feet of production and warehousing space in California and 3 million square feet under construction in Texas, DrinkPAK supports procurement, purchasing, batching, filling, packaging, and warehousing activities for both large, complex organizations as well as high-growth emerging brands. The Company is committed to providing world-class customer service through technology, flexibility, and industry-leading talent.  

WORKING CONDITIONS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  

• The employee frequently is required to talk and hear, in person, via video conferencing (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, etc.), and telephonically.   

• The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms.   

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.   

• The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk and is frequently required to sit.  

Base Salary Compensation Range: $100,000 - 150,000