Software Engineer (Python)

TL;DR

Software Engineer (Python): Building cloud infrastructure and web services for mission planning and control software with an accent on spacecraft-to-cloud data integration. Focus on architecting low-latency, fault-tolerant systems and managing Kubernetes-based cloud deployments.

Location: San Jose, CA. Must be a U.S. person (citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee) to comply with U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR/EAR).

Salary: $156,000 - $186,000

Company

End-to-end Space Systems Provider that designs, builds, and operates LEO satellite constellations delivering mission-critical Earth Intelligence.

What you will do

• Build a cloud-based Mission Planning & Control System using Docker and FastAPI.
• Design cloud architecture, evaluating in-house development versus off-the-shelf solutions.
• Manage infrastructure deployment using Kubernetes, Helm, and AWS Lambda.
• Develop spacecraft-to-cloud data integration for command history and telemetry using Kafka, InfluxDB, and Grafana.
• Create APIs and tooling to integrate cloud services with remote antenna ground station networks.
• Architect low-latency, fault-tolerant systems across workstations, on-premises data centers, and cloud environments.

Requirements

• B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in computer science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of experience as a software engineer in a team environment.
• Strong programming experience in Python for web development.
• Experience with cloud-native software development in AWS, GCP, or Azure using containers.
• Must be a U.S. person (citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee) to access export-controlled information.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Nice to have

• Experience with the AWS Govcloud ecosystem.
• Experience managing CI/CD in cloud-based development and production environments.
• Strong Linux fundamentals and comfort with Linux deployment environments.
• Knowledge of IT and Information security, including authentication and encryption.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k retirement plan.
• Equity compensation grants.
• Three weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and unlimited sick time.
• Paid parental leave and short/long term disability insurance.