Software Developer, Network Software Intern (Summer 2027) New San Francisco

Astranis; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Astranis is seeking a Software Developer, Network Software Intern for Summer 2027 in San Francisco. You will design and implement UI components and backend workflows for satellite network management software and collaborate with network operations to build and manage satellite and ground networks.

The role includes working with multidisciplinary teams to define software requirements, architecture, and design, with internships typically lasting twelve weeks and designed for students enrolled in a

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or equivalent.
• Experience with Django or similar frameworks.
• Experience working with relational/SQL databases (Postgres).
• Comfortable rapidly prototyping and fully developing UI concepts with focus on UX.
• Demonstrated ability to design, write, and test software from scratch.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement UI components and back end workflows of Satellite network management software.
• Work with network operations teams to build and manage Satellite and ground Networks.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to define software requirements, architecture, and design.

Skills

Django

UI prototyping

SQL databases

Software design

Education

BS in CS/EE or equivalent

Tools

PostgreSQL

Job description

Software Developer, Network Software Intern (Summer 2027)

Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity's reach into the solar system. Today Astranis satellites provide dedicated, secure networks to highly-sophisticated customers across the globe - large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military.

With five satellites on orbit and many more set to launch soon, the company is servicing a backlog of more than $1 billion of commercial contracts. Astranis is the preferred satellite communications partner for buyers with stringent requirements for uptime, data security, network visibility, and customization.

Astranis has raised over $1.2 billion from some of the world’s best investors, including Andreessen Horowitz, Baillie Gifford, Blackrock, Fidelity, Franklin Templeton, and Snowpoint, and employs a team of 500 engineers and entrepreneurs. Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA.

Software Developer, Network Software Intern (Summer 2027)

Internships at Astranis typically last for twelve weeks, and are hourly roles designed for students who are currently enrolled at a four-year university.

As an Intern, you will have an amazing opportunity to work on hard problems - we pride ourselves on giving everyone at Astranis a chance to do meaningful work on challenging projects, no matter their seniority. Many past interns have designed and tested hardware/software that is heading to space on our first satellite, and many of them are now full-time employees at Astranis.

Role

• Design and implement UI components and Back end workflows of Satellite network management software
• Work closely with the network operations teams to create software that helps build and manage Satellite and ground Networks
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to define software requirements, architecture, and design

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a B.S. in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or equivalent technical degree
• Experience with Django or similar frameworks
• Experience working with relational/SQL databases (e.g. Postgres)
• Comfortable rapidly prototyping and fully developing user interface concepts with focus on overall user experience
• Demonstrated ability to personally design, write, and test software from scratch
• Don't meet them all? Not a problem. Please apply even if you do not meet all these criteria.

The base pay for this position is $29.00 per hour.

Base Hourly Pay

$29 - $29 USD

U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required

(To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3))

Our mission and products are built for everyone, regardless of gender, race, creed, or background. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we invite all people to join our team and bring their unique perspectives to make us stronger.

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