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Principal Software Engineer - TS/SCI

RL Headquarters💼 Full-time💰 $170,000–$170,000🗓 2026-07-25 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable, reliable, and mission-critical software systems for space-based applications, serving as the Chief Software Engineer for a major constellation program.

Role type

Principal Software Engineer (Aerospace/Defense)

Builds

Flight software for spacecraft, ground software platforms, and integrated satellite systems

Domain

Aerospace, Defense, Satellite Constellations

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | infrastructure

Required skills

C, C++, Python, RTOS (VxWorks, embedded Linux), hardware drivers, ICD derivation, RF communication, embedded systems architecture, CI/CD, Git workflows

Preferred skills

Golang, Rust, TypeScript, Angular, InfluxDB, PostgreSQL, FastAPI, microservices, Kubernetes, CCSDS standards, autonomous vehicle software

Technologies

VxWorks, embedded Linux, C, C++, Python, Golang, Rust, TypeScript, Angular, InfluxDB, PostgreSQL, FastAPI, Kubernetes, Git

Responsibilities

Define and evolve end-to-end software architecture for flight and ground systems; Develop application software for spacecraft operating within RTOS; Architect and deploy web-based ground software platforms; Develop unit tests within a CI framework; Provide technical direction and mentorship to engineering teams; Ensure software performance in harsh on-orbit environments

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities

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