Software Developer, Network Software Intern (Winter 2027)

Astranis Space Technologies Corp.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Astranis Space Technologies Corp. is offering a Winter 2027 Software Developer, Network Software Intern position.

The role focuses on designing and implementing UI components and backend workflows for satellite network management software, collaborating with network operations to support satellite and ground networks. As an intern, you will work with multidisciplinary teams to define software requirements, architecture, and design.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS in CS, EE, CE or equivalent.
• Experience with Django or similar frameworks.
• Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL).
• Prototyping and developing UI concepts with emphasis on UX.
• Ability to design, write, and test software from scratch.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement UI components and backend 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

UI prototyping

Software development

Education

B.S. in Computer Science / Electrical Engineering / Computer Engineering

Tools

Django

PostgreSQL

Job description

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 (Winter 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

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.