Staff Software Engineer, Space Systems & Microservices

Woven; Westminster (CO); Hybrid; USD 184,000 - 225,000; Full time

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Job summary

CesiumAstro invites a Staff Software Engineer to advance space-centric programs across DoD/IC. You will lead development of modern full-stack applications, integrate legacy space-ground software, and push for secure, scalable systems in a fast-paced startup-like environment.

You will design microservices, APIs, and data pipelines, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with mission operators and space system engineers to deliver impactful solutions. Travel up to 10% may be required; U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 12+ years of relevant software engineering experience.
• Experience architecting microservices, APIs, message buses, and high-availability systems.
• Experience with DoD/IC programs, ATO processes, or DevSecOps on classified systems.
• Proficiency in C++, C#, Rust, Python, or Go.
• Experience with SQL/NoSQL database design and integration.
• Experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, or GovCloud variants).
• Familiarity with GitHub, Jira, and Confluence.

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++

C#

Rust

Python

Go

Education

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering / Computer Engineering

Tools

GitHub

Jira

Confluence

Job description

CesiumAstro invites a Staff Software Engineer to advance space-centric programs across DoD/IC. You will lead development of modern full-stack applications, integrate legacy space-ground software, and push for secure, scalable systems in a fast-paced startup-like environment.

You will design microservices, APIs, and data pipelines, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with mission operators and space system engineers to deliver impactful solutions. Travel up to 10% may be required; U.S.