Senior Full-Stack Web-Developer for Space Applications

OKAPI:Orbits; Deutschland; Hybrid; USD 60.000 - 96.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company in space sustainability seeks a Senior Full-Stack Web Developer to work on their Space Situation Awareness platform. This role involves developing high-performing, intuitive web services that help prevent satellite collisions, ensuring the future of space operations. The successful candidate will join a team dedicated to tackling the pressing challenges of space traffic management and coordination.

Leistungen

Flexibility in hours

Virtual Share Option Plan

Career growth opportunities

Corporate benefits: BahnCard, bike leasing

Free drinks in the office

Regular after-work activities

Qualifikationen

• Strong experience with MERN stack and Next.js required.
• Knowledge of Docker and CI/CD processes is essential.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).

Aufgaben

• Develop & maintain web applications for satellite applications.
• Engage in software architecture discussions.
• Support scientists in developing innovative space solutions.

Kenntnisse

MERN stack development

Next.js

Problem-solving

Ausbildung

B.Sc. in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

GitLab CI/CD

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Your mission

Space is getting crowded, and satellite collisions are becoming a serious threat. At

Your mission

Space is getting crowded, and satellite collisions are becoming a serious threat. At OKAPI:Orbits, we are developing the first-ever collision avoidance and frequency coordination framework in collaboration with leading international space debris scientists.

Your mission is to ensure that our services are reliable, intuitive, and high-performing, accessible via a seamless API and a modern, well-designed web frontend.

Your code will help prevent satellite collisions, ensuring the sustainability of space operations for years to come. You’ll develop software that protects assets worth billions and contributes directly to the future of space safety.

Our platform is used by commercial satellite operators managing large constellations and national & international space agencies.

Your Tasks And Responsibilities

• Develop & maintain the web applications of OKAPI:Orbits’ SSA platform.
• Work on software projects for space agencies & commercial satellite operators.
• Engage in software architecture discussions and make key technical decisions.
• Support scientists in developing innovative space solutions.
  
  

Tech Stack You’ll Work With

• MERN Stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js)
• Next.js
• Docker & Kubernetes
• GitLab CI/CD Pipelines
• Cesium.js (optional, for 3D geospatial visualization)
  
  

Your profile

Must-Haves

• A degree (B.Sc. or higher) in Computer Science or a related field OR equivalent training as an IT specialist.
• Strong experience with MERN stack development.
• Strong experience with Next.js.
• Knowledge of Docker, CI/CD, and front-end testing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Based in Germany with a valid work permit or open to relocate.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
  
  

Nice-to-Haves

• Knowledge of Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with Cesium.js or other geospatial tools.
• Experience in the aerospace sector.
  
  

Why us?

• Flat hierarchies & autonomy – Define your own way of working with flexible hours.
• Virtual Share Option Plan (VSOP) – Own part of OKAPI:Orbits’ success with equity options.
• Work setup:
• 4-week onboarding in Braunschweig.
• Choose between remote work (within Germany), office work, or hybrid.
• Ideally, you’d visit the office occasionally for in-person collaboration.
• Career growth opportunities and a training budget to support your continuous learning.
• Corporate benefits: BahnCard 25/50, bike leasing and more.
• Engage with the space community at industry events and conferences.
• Perks: Free drinks in the office, and regular after-work activities (laser tag, dinner, chess, bouldering, or just a beer).
  

About Us

OKAPI:Orbits is at the forefront of space sustainability, addressing some of the most pressing challenges of the space industry: the growing problem of crowded orbital regimes, and the need for more efficient satellite operations. We're providing end-to-end solutions that help various space industry players cover their Space Situation Awareness (SSA), and Space Traffic Management and Coordination (STM & STC) needs. We are committed to safeguarding space missions and access to space for all humanity. Join us on our mission.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Software Development

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