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Senior Software Engineer - Spacecraft Ground Operations

Auckland Production Complex Office💼 Full-time🗓 2026-07-13 → 2026-07-31

Core

Developing mission-critical ground software for spacecraft command, data handling, automation, and visualization across LEO to interplanetary missions.

Role type

Senior IC full-stack software engineer (spacecraft ground operations)

Builds

Full-stack web applications, database schemas, back-end services, front-end interfaces, and machine-to-machine communications for spacecraft operations

Domain

Aerospace / Space Systems / Satellite Operations

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | infrastructure

Required skills

Python (async backend), TypeScript (Angular/React/Vue), SQL/RDBMS design, Docker, Kubernetes, Linux, unit/integration/E2E testing, Agile/Scrum

Preferred skills

Distributed systems, CI/CD pipelines, REST APIs, TCP/WebSockets, real-time protocols, aerospace industry background, advanced system design

Technologies

Python, TypeScript, Angular, React, Vue, SQL, Docker, Kubernetes, Linux, InfluxDB

Responsibilities

Develop mission-critical operations software for spacecraft command and data handling; Build full-stack web applications including database schema design and M2M communications; Support live spacecraft operations with on-call technical expertise; Architect scalable software solutions for diverse mission requirements; Lead technical initiatives including code reviews and mentoring junior engineers

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship

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