Jobs at Vast

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Vast is a San Francisco‑based AI‑driven ad‑tech platform that delivers hyper‑personalized video ads to millions of users worldwide. Since its 2016 launch, the company has grown from a lean startup to a $200 million revenue engine, serving more than 500 global advertisers across North America, EMEA, and APAC.

Vast’s talent pool includes software engineers, data scientists, product managers, UX designers, infrastructure specialists, and sales engineers. The hiring process blends technical coding challenges, system‑design interviews, and behavioral assessments that emphasize impact, ownership, and collaboration. Employees enjoy flexible work arrangements, a generous equity package, and a culture that rewards experimentation through quarterly hackathons and internal tech talks.

Job Transparency gives you a clear view of Vast’s compensation bands and employee sentiment. By comparing salary ranges for software engineers, ML researchers, and product managers against industry benchmarks, you can negotiate confidently. Additionally, real‑time reviews highlight leadership quality, career‑growth opportunities, and work‑life balance, helping you decide if Vast aligns with your professional goals.

Staff Software Engineer, Ground Software

Company: Vast

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Sep 16, 2024

Vast is looking for a Staff Software Engineer to support the development of artificial gravity space stations. The company is committed to executing its mission safely and on time, and offers a comprehensive compensation package.

Senior Test Engineer, Instrumentation and Controls

Company: Vast

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Sep 19, 2024

Vast is looking for a Senior Test Engineer Instrumentation and Controls to support the development of artificial gravity space stations. The company is committed to executing its mission safely and on time, and offers a comprehensive compensation package.

Information Systems Support Specialist

Company: Vast

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Sep 22, 2024

Vast is looking for an Information Systems Support Specialist to provide technical support to internal employees and ensure systems run smoothly. The company is committed to executing its mission safely and on time, and offers a comprehensive compensation package.

Senior Components Technician

Company: Vast

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Sep 20, 2024

Vast is looking for a Senior Components Technician to support the development of artificial gravity space stations. The company is committed to executing its mission safely and on time.

Senior Integration & Test Engineer

Company: Vast

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Sep 19, 2024

Vast is looking for a Senior Integration and Test Engineer to support the development of artificial gravity space stations. The company is committed to executing its mission safely and on time, and offers a comprehensive compensation package.

Manufacturing Coordinator, 2nd Shift

Company: Vast

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Sep 16, 2024

Vast is a company that aims to contribute to a future where people can live and thrive in space. They are building artificial gravity space stations and are looking for a Manufacturing Coordinator to support the development of the systems required for the design and build of artificial gravity human-rated space stations.

Senior Manager, Integration Manufacturing

Company: Vast

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Sep 19, 2024

Vast is looking for a Senior Manager Integration Manufacturing to support the development of artificial gravity space stations. The job requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, 8+ years of experience in overseeing the building and testing of hardware, and 3+ years of experience leading and managing engineering teams.

Senior Test Technician

Company: Vast

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Sep 19, 2024

Vast is looking for a Senior Test Technician to work on the development, qualification, and acceptance testing of the Haven1 space station. The role requires a handson person with great attention to detail and excellent people skills. The company offers a comprehensive compensation package, including a base salary, company equity, and access to a full suite of benefits and perks.

Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Life Support Systems (ECLSS)

Company: Vast

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Sep 16, 2024

Vast is looking for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to support the development of artificial gravity space stations. The company is committed to executing its mission safely and on time, and is looking for talented individuals to join its team.

Master Scheduler

Company: Vast

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Sep 14, 2024

Vast is looking for a Master Scheduler to support the development of artificial gravity space stations. The job requires experience with project planning and integrated master scheduling, and the ability to work well with others.

Senior Mechanical Engineering Analyst

Company: Vast

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Sep 23, 2024

Vast is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineering Analyst to support the development of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. The company is committed to executing its mission safely and on time.

CMF Designer

Company: Vast

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Sep 20, 2024

Vast is looking for a Color Material and Finish Designer to support the development of optimized materials, colors, and details for artificial gravity space stations. The job requires a bachelor's degree in Industrial, Transportation, or Graphic Design, and 4+ years of work experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Vast?
<strong>Culture</strong> – Vast encourages experimentation and data‑driven decision making. Employees regularly attend hackathons, quarterly tech talks, and cross‑functional sprint reviews. <strong>Work‑life</strong> – The company offers flexible schedules, remote options in North America and Europe, and a generous PTO policy. <strong>Benefits</strong> – Competitive base salary, equity, health insurance, and a 401(k) match.
What types of positions are available at Vast?
<strong>Engineering</strong> – Front‑end, back‑end, mobile, and infrastructure roles. <strong>Data & ML</strong> – Data engineers, ML researchers, and analytics engineers. <strong>Product & Design</strong> – Product managers, UX/UI designers, and product analysts. <strong>Sales & Marketing</strong> – Sales engineers, account managers, and growth marketers. <strong>Operations & Finance</strong> – Finance analysts, operations managers, and compliance specialists.
How can I stand out as an applicant?
<strong>Portfolio</strong> – Include code samples, open‑source contributions, or ML model deployments that demonstrate impact. <strong>Metrics</strong> – Quantify achievements (e.g., increased click‑through rate by 15% or reduced ad spend by $2M). <strong>Tailor</strong> – Customize your resume to match the job description and highlight relevant skills. <strong>Research</strong> – Use Job Transparency to target roles with the highest salary bands and align your expectations.

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