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Base pay range $150,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/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 Senior Software Engineer (Ground Software) Onsite | Irvine, CA
Are you passionate about leading the development of mission-critical ground software systems that power space missions?
A leading space technology company seeks a Senior Software Engineer to drive the technical vision and execution of advanced ground systems supporting satellite operations and interplanetary missions.
Due to the sensitivity of the work, this position requires on-site presence five days a week and will require you to undergo a TS/SCI Clearance.
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will:
Architect, design, and lead development of robust ground software systems for satellite command, telemetry, and mission operations.
Define technical roadmaps and lead cross-functional teams across GNC, AI, and mission ops to deliver mission-ready software.
Ensure the scalability, security, and reliability of real-time mission control systems (MCS).
Drive best practices for ground system development, including CI/CD, test automation, and incident response strategies.
Serve as a mentor and technical leader for a team of engineers, guiding design reviews, code quality, and system architecture.
Collaborate directly with mission operators to translate operational requirements into elegant, intuitive software tools.
Champion innovation and continuous improvement across the ground systems stack.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience).
At least 2+ years in a senior position.
Experience building and scaling real-time systems with high availability and low-latency data processing.
Strong technical ownership and the ability to drive complex projects from concept through deployment.
Eligibility for TS/SCI clearance.
Willingness to support mission-critical operations, including on-call rotations or launch events.
Preferred Skills:
Familiarity with spacecraft command systems, ground station comms, and telemetry pipelines.
Experience with CCSDS protocols and other spacecraft comms standards.
Exposure to space mission planning, scheduling systems, or space situational awareness (SSA).
Proven ability to integrate ground software with flight systems and simulate mission scenarios.
Domain knowledge in LEO, GEO, or deep space operations.
Technical Environment:
Languages: Go or Ruby and Python
Protocols: CCSDS, telemetry, TT&C systems
Architecture: Microservices, REST APIs, real-time telemetry processing
What Youll Get:
Retirement Support: 401(k) with company match.
Generous PTO: Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.
Growth Opportunities: Leadership training, conferences, and internal career development.
Company Culture: Inclusive, mission-driven, and collaborativewith regular team events and space mission celebrations.
Ready to lead the next generation of ground software systems?
Join us and make a tangible impact on the future of space exploration. Apply now to help shape the software backbone of tomorrows space missions.
Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Information Technology and Engineering
Industries Space Research and Technology, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and Software Development
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