Software Engineer, Collision Avoidance (Starshield)

Job Description

Develop highly reliable software systems for managing thousands of satellites in low-earth orbit, focusing on collision avoidance and orbital prediction. Manage the full software lifecycle from prototyping and development to testing and rollout.

Requirements: Requires a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or equivalent experience, with at least one year of professional software development experience. Preference is given to candidates with experience in distributed systems, containerization, and those who can obtain a Top Secret security clearance.

Key Skills: Python, C++, Distributed Systems, Docker, Kubernetes, PostgreSQL, CockroachDB, Object-Oriented Programming, Continuous Integration, Version Control, Application Performance Profiling, Orbital Prediction, Collision Avoidance, Guidance Navigation and Control, Math, Physics

Benefits: Long-term incentives, Company stock, Long-term cash awards, Discretionary bonuses, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Medical coverage, Vision coverage, Dental coverage, 401(k) retirement plan, Short-term disability insurance, Long-term disability insurance, Life insurance, Paid parental leave, Paid vacation, Paid holidays, Paid sick leave, Clearance differential pay