EVONA
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Base pay range $150,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr
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Senior Software Recruiter | Specialist in US Space Tech Talent ? | Trusted Partner to Top Aerospace Startups | Artist Liaison for World-Renowned Software Engineer Perception | Los Angeles / San Francisco
EVONA is partnering with a pioneering aerospace company developing a new generation of autonomous spacecraft systems. Their mission is to build advanced autonomy and perception pipelines that allow satellites to detect, classify, and understand objects in orbit in real time.
This is a rare opportunity to join as one of the first US software hires , giving you direct impact on a high-profile space program while shaping the growth of the US software team.
What Youll Do
Develop and optimise computer vision & ML algorithms for real-time object detection and characterisation
Integrate perception models into onboard flight computers and autonomy pipelines
Build sensor models, digital twins, and simulation tools for training and validation
Collaborate with international engineering teams while helping expand the US presence
Contribute across a small, fast-moving team tackling complex, mission-critical challenges
What Were Looking For
Strong software engineering skills in C++ and Python
Must of worked on Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
Experience with computer vision, ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow) , and CUDA acceleration
Background in real-time/embedded systems, edge computing, or robotics
Hands-on experience with perception systems in autonomy, drones, robotics, AR/VR, or self-driving vehicles
Minimum 2 years experience (open to junior through senior levels)
Space industry experience not required - were seeking autonomy and perception engineers who thrive on solving complex, real-world problems
Why Join
Impact: Apply your autonomy expertise to one of the most exciting frontiers of engineering
Ownership: Join as one of the first 3 US hires, shaping both technology and team direction
Growth: Help build a US team that will scale significantly in the next phase
$150,000 $180,000+ depending on level
Equity participation
Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with company match
Flexible PTO and paid leave
Location & Requirements
Los Angeles or San Francisco
Must be US Citizen, Green Card holder, or ITAR-eligible
For more information, contact Ciara Holmes at EVONA or apply now to take your autonomy career to the next frontier.
Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Information Technology and Engineering
Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing, Space Research and Technology, and Software Development
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