Senior Software Engineer (SatOS-Rust Team)

About the Role

The Senior Software Engineer will join the Sat OS team to develop software for satellite systems, focusing on Rust-based services and hardware integration. This role involves migrating legacy systems, implementing fault-tolerant designs, and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance space-based capabilities.

What You’ll Do as a Sat OS Software Engineer

• Develop services in Rust that interface with hardware integration layers using modern protocols.
• Implement communication interfaces between higher-level processes, including ground to space commanding.
• Migrate legacy Python systems to a new Rust-based, distributed architecture.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of fault-tolerant systems to meet the demands of new customer missions.
• Collaborate closely with the Platform Engineering team to ensure optimal software-hardware integration.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for APIs and system architectures.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our development processes and tools.
• Perform ground-based testing and in-orbit verification of new software services.
• Implement observability solutions for satellite-side services.

Key Skills

• 7+ years' experience in professional software development.
• Proven experience in production-grade software development using Rust.
• Proficiency in Python or equivalent high-level language.
• Knowledge of Linux-based development.
• Experience with inter-process communication protocols (such as gRPC).
• Ability to communicate effectively with embedded software engineers.
• Excellent documentation skills.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with safety-critical software systems in any industry.
• Knowledge of version control systems, particularly Git and GitHub.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with project management tools.
• Proficiency in scripting languages like Bash.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles systems.
• Knowledge of telemetry and command systems.
• Experience in implementing Fault Detection, Isolation, and Recovery (FDIR) systems for high-level or embedded applications.

Tools and Technologies

• Rust, Python, Bash.
• Ubuntu (development environment).
• gRPC (inter-process communications).
• Version control using Git.

Global Perks

• Name Your Satellite Program (NYSP).
• Launch Attendance.
• Generous Time Off Policy.
• Education Assistance Program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• Family Leave.
• Fitness Reimbursement.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Healthy snacks & beverages in every office.

About Spire

We improve life on Earth with data from space. Spire Global is a space-to-cloud analytics company that owns and operates the largest multi-purpose constellation of satellites. Its proprietary data and algorithms provide the most advanced maritime, aviation, and weather tracking in the world. In addition to its constellation, Spire’s data infrastructure includes a global ground station network and 24/7 operations that provide real-time global coverage of every point on Earth. Spire is Global and our success draws upon the diverse viewpoints, skills and experiences of our employees.