Satellite Operations Software Developer (Space)

Demexios; Plasencia; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A pioneering space company is hiring a Satellite Operations Software Developer to design and implement logic for Earth Observation tasks. The role requires experience in Python, Bash, and Linux environments, along with a background in satellite operations. This position offers a stimulating work environment focused on cutting-edge technologies and comprehensive benefits, including healthcare and cultural perks.

Servizi

Comprehensive benefits including healthcare (dental & psychotherapy)

Sports & culture perks

Regular team activities

Competenze

• Experience with Python and Bash scripting in Linux environments.
• Knowledge of numerical methods and optimization algorithms is essential.
• Familiarity with API development and database management.

Mansioni

• Design and implement logic to schedule Earth Observation tasks across satellites.
• Automate ground station operations including image downlinking and telemetry.
• Optimize database performance through indexing strategies.

Conoscenze

Experience with orbits, satellites, remote sensing or related field

Strong communication (English) and teamwork skills

Quick-learner who is self-motivated

Exceptional skills in organization, prioritization, and attention to detail

Formazione

BSc or MA in software engineering, computer science, or related field

Strumenti

Python

Bash

Linux

Docker

Ansible

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

We are hiring a Satellite Operations Software Developer on behalf of our client, a pioneering space company that is building the world’s most advanced hyperspectral satellite constellation and developing AI-powered analytics to turn spaceborne data into actionable insights.

Their mission is to tackle some of today’s greatest challenges — from climate change to food security — by providing organizations with timely and reliable intelligence to optimize operations, manage resources efficiently, and build a more sustainable future.

Role

Responsibilities

• Design and implement logic to schedule Earth Observation tasks across a constellation of satellites
• Automate ground station operations, including image downlinking, telemetry, and tele-command workflows
• Optimize and maintain scripts (Python, Bash) running on Linux systems—both onboard satellites and at ground stations
• Manage and administer Linux-based environments to ensure robust and secure operations
• Propagate satellite orbits using TLEs and numerical methods; estimate orbital parameters from GPS data
• Develop and implement optimization algorithms, leveraging techniques such as recursion, constraint solving, simulated annealing, Monte Carlo methods, Kalman filters, and least squares estimation
• Integrate with internal and third-party services via APIs, utilizing HTTP, RPC protocols, JSON, XML, and PostgreSQL
• Build and maintain monitoring and observability systems, including logging, metrics collection, and visualization dashboards (e.g., Grafana)
• Implement automated alerting, fault detection, and recovery mechanisms to ensure operational resilience
• Optimize database performance through indexing strategies, schema evolution, and query tuning
• Set up and maintain production infrastructure using tools like Docker, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code practices
• Develop and support production-grade internal APIs and services

Qualifications

• Experience with orbits, satellites, remote sensing or related field
• BSc or MA in software engineering, computer science, or other related field
• Experience with Python, Bash and Linux environments
• Experience with numerical methods and optimization algorithms
• Familiarity with API development and integration
• Experience with database management and optimization
• Strong communication (English) and teamwork skills
• Quick-learner who is self-motivated and thrives on taking initiative
• Exceptional skills in organization, prioritization, and attention to detail

What do we offer?

• Work on cutting-edge satellite and AI technologies
• A stimulating environment that values continuous learning and innovation
• Comprehensive benefits: healthcare (incl. dental & psychotherapy), sports & culture perks
• Regular team activities and a collaborative, international culture
• A workplace that embraces Finnish sisu (resilience) and encourages overcoming challenges together