Software Engineer – Rockets & Balloons Operations

SSC Space; Jukkasjärvi; On-site; SEK 560,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International workspace

Career development

Proud global team

Wellness benefits

Job summary

SSC Space is seeking a Software Engineer for the Rockets and Balloons department at Esrange Space Center in Kiruna. You will develop, maintain and improve software and operational systems used before, during and after rocket and balloon campaigns.

The role is practical, technical and closely connected to launch operations, requiring collaboration with IT and operations teams and a focus on security, safety and quality. A bachelor’s degree and programming experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English is required.
• Experience with Linux and Windows environments.
• Deep experience in at least one programming language.
• University degree at bachelor level or higher.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary technical environments.
• Structured problem-solving skills and strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain and improve software systems used for launch operations, mission support and campaign execution.
• Manage software configurations, releases, documentation and lifecycle activities.
• Support troubleshooting, testing, verification and validation of operational software and related systems.
• Participate in procurement, development and implementation projects involving software, automation and operational systems.
• Ensure software solutions comply with applicable security, safety and quality requirements.
• Collaborate closely with IT and other technical teams across SSC Space.

Skills

English

Swedish

C

C++

C#

Rust

.NET

Agile

Test automation

Leadership

Project coordination

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Structured problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Linux

Windows

Job description

SSC Space is seeking a Software Engineer for the Rockets and Balloons department at Esrange Space Center in Kiruna. You will develop, maintain and improve software and operational systems used before, during and after rocket and balloon campaigns.

The role is practical, technical and closely connected to launch operations, requiring collaboration with IT and operations teams and a focus on security, safety and quality. A bachelor’s degree and programming experience are preferred.