Technical Lead Software Architect for AI Applications

Technical Lead Software Architect for AI Applications

Technical Lead Software Architect for AI Applications

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Are you looking for a new opportunity to take your career to a higher orbit? To join an international group with a successful track record in Space Engineering? A job adapted to your career ambitions and in which you could have an impact for the years to come.

We are looking for a Technical Lead Software Architect for AI Applications to support our Ground Segment software development team based in Darmstadt, Germany.

You will become part of multidisciplinary team supporting our clients in implementing ground segment data analysis and planning optimisation systems using AI algorithms and cloud environments in the frame of development activities for ESA (European Space Agency) and EUMETSAT (European Organisation for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites).

You will be working on challenging projects, as one of the key software experts and team leads developing supporting systems for space applications using AI in fields such as ground segment data processing, operations preparation and automated monitoring and control of spacecrafts.

Tasks and activities

The scope of work will include:

• Supporting the definition of End-to-End technical solutions and approaches for AI/ML and ground segment software activities.
• Overseeing and leading system design activities and supporting the implementation, configuration and usage of the solutions including AI and ML technology stacks
• Taking responsibility for the definition, documentation, and satisfactory completion of the project.
• Assigning tasks to team members and overseeing their progress.
• Maintaining communication with the customers and its technical representatives.
• Communicating and coordinating project activities with the project team and ensuring that priorities are developed and known.
• Contributing background skills, knowledge and experience towards the project completion.
• Supporting the preparation of proposals.
• Acting as a focal point for AI related tasks for other projects which are supported by the team.

Skills and experience

The following skills and experience are mandatory:

• University degree in software engineering or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of demonstrated experience in software engineering.
• Hands-on experience in software architecture design methodologies and patterns.
• Good understanding of AI applications and technology stacks.
• Strong Java knowledge and experience.
• At least 2 years of demonstrated experience as a Technical Lead/Software Architect on development activities within a team.
• Understanding of current state-of-the-art of Information Technology, including public and private cloud deployments.
• Good understanding of development procesess, (eg. agile and waterfall).
• Knowledge of Dev(Sec)Ops approaches and technologies.
• Knowledge of object-oriented and service-oriented design techniques.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

The following skills and experience would be highly desirable:

• Knowledge of UML.
• Knowledge of Open API 3.1 and REST Interfaces Implementation Technologies.
• Containerization technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes.
• Space and/or Ground Segment domain.
• ECSS standards.

Why should you apply?

• You will have the opportunity to work within leading space organisations across Europe.
• We encourage everyone to think outside the box and to push the boundaries of traditional knowledge. This role is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking company and allows for a deeper understanding of the industry.
• To be part of a company that values integrity, inspiration, care and collaboration.
• Benefits include: competitive remuneration packages; unique career opportunities, including working in other countries; access to training and development programmes; flexible relocation support.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, all genders, LGBTQ+ individuals and ex-service personnel.

About Starion

Starion is one of two new legal entities rebranded from the RHEA Group, focused on space consultancy and space engineering services and solutions. Starion provides engineering expertise and solutions for space, defence and other critical infrastructures across Europe, pushing the boundaries of innovation. Our teams work on world-leading space projects that deliver the pioneering missions that provide us with the information and technologies we use today.

Starion offers over three decades of expertise in professional engineering services, developing and operating systems and solutions tailored to our clients’ needs. By combining space and system engineering with established and emerging technologies, such as AI and quantum, we produce innovative solutions that make a fundamental difference for our clients and for society.

Starion employees are located across Europe, close to our clients’ offices, enabling us to be responsive and agile. Our engineers and researchers are among the most trusted and respected in the industry, helping build space-based solutions that address major challenges on Earth such as civil security, climate change and deforestation.

How to apply

Looking to take your career to the next level or find out more details about this opportunity? Interested applicants should submit their CV and Cover Letter to Starion’s Recruitment team at careers@stariongroup.eu no later than 16 June 2025. Preference will be given to candidates eligible for an EU or national personal security clearance at the level of CONFIDENTIAL or above.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Information Technology, and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Space Research and Technology and Engineering Services

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