Satellite Operations Software Developer (Space)

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

Descrizione del lavoro

A pioneering space company is seeking a Satellite Operations Software Developer to enhance satellite efficiency and automation. Responsibilities include designing task scheduling logic, automating ground station operations, and optimizing performance in Python and Linux environments. The ideal candidate will have a background in software engineering and experience with satellites or remote sensing technologies, along with strong problem-solving skills. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare and a dynamic, collaborative international culture.

Servizi

Comprehensive healthcare including dental & psychotherapy

Sports & culture perks

Regular team activities and a collaborative culture

Competenze

• Experience working with satellite systems or remote sensing.
• Proficient in Python and Bash programming languages.
• Understanding of optimization algorithms and numerical methods.

Mansioni

• Design and implement logic for Earth Observation task scheduling.
• Automate ground station operations for satellite data.
• Maintain and optimize scripts in a Linux environment.

Conoscenze

Experience with orbits, satellites, or remote sensing

Python

Linux environments

Numerical methods

API development and integration

Database management

Strong communication (English)

Formazione

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

Strumenti

Docker

Ansible

Descrizione del lavoro

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.

What you will do

As a Satellite Operations Software Developer, you will help build the critical processes and tools that ensure satellites operate efficiently and autonomously. Your work will enable seamless tasking, telemetry, and data delivery — powering systems that fly satellites, automate missions, and deliver reliable insights to organizations working to protect our planet.

Key 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 working 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