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Backend Software Engineer - Platform at Astranis | San Francisco

AstranisSan Francisco
On-site Full-time $120K/yr - $150K/yr

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Qualifications

Qualifications2-5 years of professional software engineering experience. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field. Strong command of Python programming. Experience with distributed systems and microservice architectures. Familiarity with databases (Postgres, etc.). Understanding of pub/sub and streaming systems (RabbitMQ, Flink, etc.).

About the job

Astranis is redefining the boundaries of space communication by designing and launching cutting-edge satellites for high orbits, thereby extending humanity's presence in the solar system. Our satellites deliver dedicated and secure networks to a diverse clientele, including large corporations, government entities, and the U. S. military. With five satellites already in orbit and numerous launches on the horizon, we are poised to fulfill a substantial backlog exceeding $1 billion in commercial contracts.

Astranis is the go-to partner for satellite communications, meeting the stringent demands for uptime, data security, network visibility, and customization. Having raised over $750 million from leading investors such as Andreessen Horowitz, Blackrock, and Fidelity, we have a dynamic team of 450 engineers and entrepreneurs. Our operations are based out of a state-of-the-art 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California.

Position Overview: Backend Software Engineer

Join our Platform team as a Software Engineer, where you will design and develop services that autonomously manage satellites, monitor telemetry for anomalies, and provide real-time situational awareness, ensuring the safety and operational status of our fleet. You will also be responsible for building the core components and services that empower our entire software organization, enabling accelerated and reliable workflows across various teams.

Your contributions will play a pivotal role in both our commercial and U. S. government initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop high-performance, reliable, mission-critical software to send commands to space.
  • Own features end-to-end, collaborating with backend and infrastructure teams.
  • Work alongside multidisciplinary teams to define software requirements, architectures, and designs.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and advocate for innovations to enhance our systems.
  • Mentor and support teammates, sharing knowledge to elevate our technical standards.

About Astranis

Astranis is at the forefront of satellite technology, creating innovative solutions that enhance global connectivity through advanced satellite communication systems. We empower our clients with secure and customizable networks, driving progress in both commercial and governmental sectors.

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