Ground Software Engineer - Satellite Systems

Apex Technology, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision

15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually

Competitive 401(k) plan with matching

Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks

Paid parental leave and childcare reimbursement

Vibrant office community events

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in California is seeking a Ground Software Engineer to design and develop software for satellite communication and control. The ideal candidate should have over 3 years of experience, proficiency in Python, C++, and Rust, and familiarity with microservices and cloud solutions. This role offers a competitive salary of $150,000-$180,000 and excellent benefits, including equity, comprehensive healthcare, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in ground software development.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, and Rust.
• Experience with software integration for real-time systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement ground software for satellite communication.
• Support spacecraft commissioning during launch operations.
• Collaborate with teams to establish product requirements.

Skills

Programming in Python

Programming in C++

Programming in Rust

Microservices frameworks

Cloud-based solutions

Linux administration

Real-time systems testing

Network protocols knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

gRPC

Job description

A leading aerospace company in California is seeking a Ground Software Engineer to design and develop software for satellite communication and control. The ideal candidate should have over 3 years of experience, proficiency in Python, C++, and Rust, and familiarity with microservices and cloud solutions. This role offers a competitive salary of $150,000-$180,000 and excellent benefits, including equity, comprehensive healthcare, and generous PTO.