Application Guide
How to Apply for Full Stack Developer (Hybrid)
at Archer
🏢 About Archer
Archer is pioneering the future of urban mobility by developing electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, aiming to reduce urban congestion and carbon emissions. Working here means contributing to cutting-edge technology that could transform transportation, blending aerospace innovation with sustainable solutions in a fast-paced startup environment.
About This Role
This Full Stack Developer role focuses on building and maintaining applications with integrated generative AI capabilities, directly supporting Archer's mission by creating tools that enhance aircraft development, operations, or user experiences. You'll work across the stack, from scalable back-end services interacting with AI models to responsive UIs, playing a key role in deploying AI-driven features in a safety-critical industry.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might involve collaborating with AI/ML engineers to integrate a new generative model into a back-end service using Python or Node.js, then refining the React-based UI for a dashboard that displays real-time aircraft data. You could also participate in sprint planning for SDLC phases, test deployment pipelines, and optimize prompts for LLMs to enhance user interactions with Archer's applications.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Archer Is Looking For
- Has 5-6 years of full-stack experience with modern frameworks like React for frontend and Node.js/Python/Java/Go for backend, plus hands-on work with GenAI APIs, RAG architectures, and vector databases.
- Demonstrates practical experience in integrating AI/ML models into production applications, including prompt engineering and deployment, not just theoretical knowledge.
- Shows adaptability to a hybrid work model and interest in aerospace or transportation sectors, with examples of contributing to all SDLC phases in previous roles.
- Possesses a degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or Engineering, with a portfolio or projects highlighting full-stack development and AI integration.
📝 Tips for Applying to Archer
Tailor your resume to highlight specific projects where you integrated generative AI (e.g., using APIs like OpenAI, RAG setups) and mention frameworks like React and backend tech from the job description.
Include a link to your GitHub or portfolio with code samples showcasing full-stack development and AI model interactions, even if from personal projects.
Research Archer's eVTOL technology and mention in your application how your skills could apply to urban transport challenges, such as data visualization for flight operations or AI-enhanced user interfaces.
Emphasize experience with scalable back-end services and APIs, as the role involves orchestrating AI models—quantify achievements like improved performance or reduced latency.
If you lack direct aerospace experience, highlight transferable skills from industries with similar rigor, like automotive, healthcare, or fintech, where you worked on integrated systems.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
["Explain your interest in Archer's mission to revolutionize urban transport with climate-friendly eVTOLs and how your full-stack and AI skills align with developing applications for this innovative field.", 'Provide concrete examples of past work integrating generative AI models, such as building RAG systems or optimizing prompts, and how it impacted user satisfaction or system efficiency.', "Detail your experience with the full SDLC, from planning to maintenance, and how you've collaborated in hybrid or team environments to deliver scalable solutions.", "Mention any familiarity with aerospace, transportation, or hardware-software integration, or express eagerness to learn, given the role's focus on AI in a physical product context."]
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Explore Archer's eVTOL aircraft models (like Midnight) and their technology stack from press releases or their website to understand the product context for AI applications.
- → Look into the urban air mobility industry trends and competitors (e.g., Joby Aviation, Lilium) to discuss how AI could give Archer a competitive edge in your interview.
- → Review Archer's recent news on partnerships, funding, or regulatory progress (e.g., FAA certifications) to show awareness of their business challenges and opportunities.
- → Investigate how generative AI is used in aerospace or transportation sectors, such as for predictive maintenance or passenger interfaces, to brainstorm relevant application ideas.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting a generic resume without highlighting specific full-stack and GenAI experience—failing to mention React, backend technologies, or AI integrations will likely lead to rejection.
- Overemphasizing frontend or backend skills in isolation without showing ability to work across the stack and integrate AI models, as the role requires holistic development.
- Not demonstrating curiosity about Archer's industry—avoiding discussion of eVTOLs or climate tech in your application can signal poor cultural fit for a mission-driven company.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
Congratulations!