Senior Satellite Ground Software Lead

CesiumAstro, Inc.; Westminster (CO); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

CesiumAstro in Westminster, CO is seeking a Senior Ground Software Engineer to lead design, development, and deployment of the next generation satellite ground software, including command and control, telemetry, and ground station systems. You will collaborate with hardware engineers and satellite operators to ensure reliable operations and scalable growth.

The role emphasizes hands-on, autonomous work, mentorship, and staying current with satellite communications tech, CCSDS/CSP protocols, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software engineering for satellite ground systems.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience leading a software team through product development.
• Prior satellite operator experience required.
• Proficiency in Python, Java, and C++.
• Knowledge of CCSDS and CSP protocols.
• Experience with ground station hardware and RF concepts.
• Familiarity with TCP/IP, UDP, Linux/Unix, and DevOps practices.
• Security best practices for satellite and ground systems.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute the design, development, and deployment of ground software systems for a new satellite system, including command and control, telemetry, telemetry database, and ground station software.
• Rapidly execute to produce a simple, reliable ground system.
• Implement real-time data acquisition, processing, and visualization systems for satellite telemetry.
• Integrate and test ground software with satellite, ground stations, and network infrastructure.
• Develop automated systems for satellite operation and ground system monitoring.
• Conduct rigorous testing and validation of ground software, including simulations and real-world scenarios.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software issues encountered during satellite operations.
• Conduct tests with ground networks, spacecraft software and hardware simulators.
• Collaborate closely with hardware engineers, satellite operators, and other software teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance.
• Keep up to date with the latest advancements in satellite communication technology and incorporate relevant innovations into our systems.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the software development team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Skills

Software leadership

Satellite domain knowledge

Real-time systems

Problem solving

Communication & teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering

PhD in Computer Science or Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Python

Java

C++

CCSDS

CSP

TCP/IP

UDP

Linux/Unix

DevOps

Cloud architectures

Job description

CesiumAstro in Westminster, CO is seeking a Senior Ground Software Engineer to lead design, development, and deployment of the next generation satellite ground software, including command and control, telemetry, and ground station systems. You will collaborate with hardware engineers and satellite operators to ensure reliable operations and scalable growth.

The role emphasizes hands-on, autonomous work, mentorship, and staying current with satellite communications tech, CCSDS/CSP protocols, and