Senior Ground Software Engineer
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop backend features for Stargate C2 platform supporting lunar rover operations
- Implement real-time data pipelines handling spacecraft telemetry streams using CCSDS protocols (SPP, AOS, TM/TC)
- Ship production code to AWS environments using infrastructure-as-code practices (CloudFormation, Terraform, or CDK)
- Develop and deploy containerized microservices within Docker and Kubernetes ecosystems
- Write high-performance backend services in Node.js and C++ for real-time telemetry processing
- Contribute to React-based mission control interfaces when frontend work is required
- Develop and release safety-critical software systems following rigorous verification and certification standards
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Math discipline
- 5+ years of professional software development experience
- Production experience shipping code to cloud environments (AWS preferred)
- Strong proficiency in Node.js and C++ development
- Hands-on experience with SQL databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, or similar) including schema design and query optimization
- Experience working with object storage systems (S3, Minio, or equivalent)
- API development and design experience with production systems
- Experience with containerization technologies (Docker) and container orchestration
- Previous ground software development experience for space programs or aerospace systems
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with CCSDS protocols: Space Packet Protocol (SPP), Advanced Orbiting Systems (AOS), Telemetry/Telecommand (TM/TC), CCSDS File Delivery Protocol (CFDP)
- React experience and frontend development skills
- Experience with message queue systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar)
- Hands-on experience with observability and monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, DataDog, OpenTelemetry)
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation level and base salary are competitively structured and thoughtfully determined based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, and the scope of the role.
Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, with 70% of premiums covered by the employer
Paid time off: Three (3) weeks per year of vacation
Retailment plan: Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions
Paid holidays: 11 company-recognized holidays
Parental leave
Educational reimbursement opportunities to support company objectives, continued learning, and career development
About the Role
Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team!
Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. Currently, we are seeking a Senior Ground Software Engineer to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup environment.
Skills
Experience with cloud-native command and control software for rover missions
Experience with shipping production-ready code to AWS environments
Experience with real-time data pipelines handling spacecraft telemetry streams using CCSDS protocols (SPP, AOS, TM/TC)
Experience with containerization technologies (Docker) and container orchestration
Experience with high-performance backend services in Node.js and C++ for real-time telemetry processing
Experience with React-based mission control interfaces
Experience with message queue systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar)
Experience with observability and monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, DataDog, OpenTelemetry)
Benefits
Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, with 70% of premiums covered by the employer
Paid time off: Three (3) weeks per year of vacation
Retailment plan: Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions
Paid holidays: 11 company-recognized holidays
Parental leave
Educational reimbursement opportunities to support company objectives, continued learning, and career development
Pay
Compensation level and base salary are competitively structured and thoughtfully determined based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, and the scope of the role.
Schedule
The role is full-time.