Software Engineer, Satellite Operations
Core
Build automation and runtime infrastructure for Apple's satellite network enabling connectivity for iPhone and Watch Ultra off-grid.
Role type
Senior IC software engineer (satellite operations infrastructure)
Builds
Automation software, CI/CD pipelines, and operational procedures for a global satellite constellation
Domain
Aerospace + Cloud Infrastructure
Required skills
Python, Linux/Mac OS, cloud service APIs, HTTP tooling, CI/CD pipelines, design document interpretation, ICDs, large codebase navigation
Preferred skills
Satellite constellation operations, embedded software development, RF/DSP concepts, 24/7 operations team leadership, SOP/runbook framework creation, AI tooling for system prototyping
Technologies
Python, Linux, Mac OS, Cloud APIs, HTTP tools, CI/CD systems
Responsibilities
Architect mission automation software for lights-out satellite operations; manage 24/7 on-call rotation and lead anomaly response; author operational procedures; trace telemetry discrepancies across cloud and ground systems; extend continuous delivery pipelines; reason through large codebases for root-cause analysis
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
