Space Systems Software Engineer II

Roman Health Pharmacy LLC; Westminster, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life

Job summary

CesiumAstro seeks a Software Engineer II to support space-centric programs across the DoW and IC. You will join a fast-paced startup environment, solving hard problems and delivering impactful software for mission operations.

Responsibilities include building modern full-stack applications, integrating legacy space software, and developing distributed systems with microservices and cloud-native architectures. A strong candidate will embrace DevSecOps and collaborate with engineers and operators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a relevant field.
• 2+ years of software engineering experience.
• Foundation in object-oriented or systems programming (C++, Rust, C#, etc.)
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker), REST APIs, or microservices
• Exposure to embedded development or cloud development is a plus
• Strong desire to learn space-domain systems, DLT, DevSecOps, and distributed architectures
• U.S. Citizenship is required for this position and ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.
• Travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Build modern full-stack applications in support of space mission systems.
• Integrate and modernize legacy space-related ground and flight software.
• Develop distributed applications leveraging microservices, cloud-native architectures, and DLT/consensus frameworks.
• Support on-orbit and ground system integration & test, including emulation, simulation, and interface validation.
• Implement DevSecOps pipelines, automated testing, and secure software practices.
• Develop modern UI/UX interfaces for mission operators and analysts.
• Work closely with space system engineers, mission integrators, and operations teams.
• Contribute to a mission-focused engineering culture where your ideas truly shape the product.

Skills

C++

Rust

C#

REST APIs

Microservices

Embedded/cloud development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or relevant field

Tools

Docker

Job description

CesiumAstro seeks a Software Engineer II to support space-centric programs across the DoW and IC. You will join a fast-paced startup environment, solving hard problems and delivering impactful software for mission operations.

Responsibilities include building modern full-stack applications, integrating legacy space software, and developing distributed systems with microservices and cloud-native architectures. A strong candidate will embrace DevSecOps and collaborate with engineers and operators.