Senior Ground Software Engineer - Spacecraft Ops

Apex Technology, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity shares in the company

100% company-paid healthcare

15+ days of vacation

Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks

Generous 401(k) plan with matching

Paid parental leave and childcare reimbursement

Vibrant community events and gatherings

Job summary

A leading aerospace technology firm in Los Angeles seeks a Ground Software Engineer to design and implement satellite communication software. The role requires extensive programming skills in Python, C++, and Rust, along with experience in microservices and cloud solutions. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's in CS or EE and 6+ years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of total ground software experience.
• Familiarity with cloud-based solutions.
• Experience with software integration, testing, and validation.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Programming languages (Python, C++, Rust)

Microservices frameworks and tools

Linux operating systems

Network protocols (TCP/IP, UDP)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS, EE or equivalent

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

gRPC

Job description

A leading aerospace technology firm in Los Angeles seeks a Ground Software Engineer to design and implement satellite communication software. The role requires extensive programming skills in Python, C++, and Rust, along with experience in microservices and cloud solutions. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's in CS or EE and 6+ years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment.