Senior Ground Software Engineer II
Senior Ground Software Engineer II
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12-07-2025
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Please Note:To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations the applicant must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. conditional resident asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
AtCesiumAstro we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites UAVs launch vehicles and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment which allows us to learn develop and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on interactive and autonomous work CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate collaborative energetic and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.
We are seeking a Senior Ground Software Engineer II to join our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about developing software for leading-edge communications satellites we would like to hear from you.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design develop and deploy ground software systems for a new satellite system including command and control telemetry telemetry database and ground station software.
- Rapidly execute to produce a simple reliable ground system.
- Implement real-time data acquisition processing and visualization systems for satellite telemetry.
- Integrate and test ground software with satellite ground stations and network infrastructure.
- Develop automated systems for satellite operation and ground system monitoring.
- Conduct rigorous testing and validation of ground software including simulations and real-world scenarios.
- Troubleshoot and resolve software issues encountered during satellite operations.
- Conduct tests with ground networks spacecraft software and hardware simulators.
- Collaborate closely with hardware engineers satellite operators and other software teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the software development team fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in software engineering with a focus on satellite ground systems.
- Proficiency in programming languages including Python Ruby Java and C
- Experience in spaceflight operations satellite test and data collection applications.
- Knowledge of satellite communication protocols such as CCSDS and CSP.
- Familiarity with containerization automation and infrastructure (Ansible Docker Kubernetes cloud-based ground segments etc.).
- Experience with software development methodologies including Agile and DevOps practices.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices specific to satellite and ground systems.
- Strong problem-solving-skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex software issues in real-time.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- Experience with the Space Development Agency NEBULA standard.
- Familiarity with OpenC3 COSMOS.
- Experience with network architectures and protocols including TCP/IP and UDP.
- Experience with load balancing network applications and managing cloud-based systems.
- Knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systems and system administration.
$135000 - $160000 a year
CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities a candidates work experience education/training and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health dental vision HSA FSA life disability and retirement plans.
CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace color religion sex national origin disability protected Veteran Status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law.
Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of CesiumAstro and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.
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