Software Engineer (New Grad Summer 2026) Job at Freeform, Los Angeles, CA

N3Brc0RZaWcxQ3ExS0NZaGx5ekR0K25JNnc9PQ==
  • Freeform
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

SOFTWARE ENGINEER (NEW GRAD SUMMER 2026)

Freeform is deploying software-defined, autonomous metal 3D printing factories around the world, bringing the scalability of software to physical production. Our proprietary technology stack leverages advanced sensing, real-time controls, and data-driven learning to produce digitally verified, flawless parts at unprecedented speed and cost. Our mission is to make the transformative power of 3D printing available to all industries at scale and unlock the future of innovation. 

As a Software Engineer at Freeform, you will play a key role in developing and deploying the software systems that power our autonomous metal 3D printing factories. You'll work with a talented engineering team from some of the world's most innovative companies across a range of projects including controls, high-speed data acquisition, high-performance computing (GPU's and FPGA's), and geometry processing pipelines that enable precise and fully automated manufacturing at scale. Your work will directly impact the performance, reliability, and scalability of our factory systems. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, takes initiative on complex technical problems, and works collaboratively across disciplines to deliver robust, high-performance software solutions. This is an opportunity to build foundational systems for a new category of manufacturing technology - where your code doesn't just run, it drives physical innovation.

3D printing experience is not required to be successful here - rather we look for smart, motivated, collaborative engineers who love solving hard problems and creating amazing technology!

Responsibilities:

  • Architect and develop software for an advanced, production-scale metal 3D printing factory
  • Work with process, control, and mechanical engineers to integrate control algorithms into production software
  • Improve and scale out high-rate data acquisition, storage, and retrieval systems
  • Implement processes for converting customer part geometries into machine print instructions

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or computer engineering from an ABET accredited university or college
  • Internship or engineering club experience such as FSAE, Baja SAE, solar car, rocket club, robotics club, hackathons, or similar programming with C/C++

Nice to Have:

  • Advanced degree (Master's, PhD) in computer science or computer engineering
  • Experience interfacing with microcontrollers, FPGA, or GPU computing hardware
  • Experience developing embedded or real-time software systems
  • Experience writing software for industrial automation systems, rockets, spacecrafts, robotics, or related hardware that operates with the physical world
  • Experience working in a Linux or RTOS environment
  • Comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and iterating quickly (comfortable building the plane as we fly it)
  • Strong communicator who collaborates across disciplines and proactively seeks support when needed
  • Willing to take ownership of tasks big and small, with a hands-on, problem-solving mindset
  • Strong work ethic with a refuse-to-fail mindset
  • Demonstrated indicators of excellence and/or achieving success against adversity (i.e. top academic performance, leadership in engineering clubs, first-generation college student, or other examples of resilience and achievement)

Location:

  • We are located in Hawthorne, CA in a 35,000 square foot, state-of-the-art facility featuring large open spaces for team collaboration, R&D, and production, as well as easy access to the 405, 105, and 110 freeways. Our facility is in the heart of Los Angeles' vibrant emerging tech ecosystem alongside many other high growth startups and enterprises.

What We Offer:

  • We have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data-driven decisions.
  • We offer a unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company that is scaling world-changing technology.
  • Benefits
    • Significant stock option packages
    • 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options)
    • Life insurance
    • Traditional and Roth 401(k)
    • Relocation assistance provided
    • Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
    • Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent
    • Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette
    • Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events
  • Compensation
    • Our intent is to offer a salary that is commensurate for the company's current stage of development and allows the employee to grow and develop within a role.
    • In addition to the significant stock option package, the estimated salary range for this role is $110,000-$120,000, dependent on the candidate's education and experience .
  • Freeform is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity; employment with Freeform is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

What To Expect:

  • Thank you for your interest in our new graduate opportunity! We truly appreciate your application and enthusiasm to join our team. Please note that our interview process will begin after we attend university career fairs in early fall. The process will include 2-3 rounds of interviews. We anticipate wrapping up the interview process by late October/early November.

Job Tags

Summer work, Casual work, Internship, Relocation package, Flexible hours,

Similar Jobs

Integrated Healthcare Services

Travel Nurse RN - Clinical Document Improvement Specialist - $3,015 per week Job at Integrated Healthcare Services

 ...Integrity (ICDI) Specialist is accountable for reviewing patient medical records in the inpatient...  ...interactions and collaboration with physicians, coding, case management, nursing and...  ...documentation policies. This Position is 100% Remote can work from anywhere within the U.S.... 

Onetouch Direct

Remote - Customer Service Representatives - FEMA Job at Onetouch Direct

 ...our clients while building an internal culture that stands out above the rest. Position: Remote Customer Service Representatives - FEMA OneTouch Direct is seeking dedicated and professional Remote Customer Service Representatives to support the Federal Emergency... 

State of Florida

LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II - 43001605 Job at State of Florida

 ...Agency: Financial Services Working Title: LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II - 43001605Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number:4...  ...Criminal Investigations Division encompasses all law enforcement and forensic components residing within the Department of Financial... 

Ace Parking Management, Inc.

VALET ATTENDANT Job at Ace Parking Management, Inc.

 ...About Us: One of the reasons why we are the nations leading parking management expert is because we recognize that people are what...  ...to move quickly and lift heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) Previous valet or customer service experience is a plus. What We Can Offer You... 

Celanese

Chemical Manufacturing Engineer Job at Celanese

 ...Job Description Washington Works (Parkersburg, WV) has an opportunity for a Chemical Manufacturing Engineer. This position provides day-to-day manufacturing support with operational and technological responsibilities to ensure safe and continuous run-ability of the...