Senior Software Engineer (Rust)

We are looking for a skilled Software Engineer with Rust experience to join our Sat OS team, which is responsible for developing the high-level operating system for our spacecraft. You will be instrumental in developing software for our satellite systems, enhancing our space-based payload execution and data collection capabilities. We need someone who is excited about the commercialization of nanosatellite systems and can thrive in a fast-paced environment with quick design-to-launch cycles.

What You’ll Do:

• 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.
• Collaborate with the Platform Engineering team for optimal software-hardware integration.
• Create and maintain documentation for APIs and system architectures.
• Contribute to the 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 of professional software development experience.
• Experience in production-grade software development using Rust.
• Proficiency in Python or a similar high-level language.
• Knowledge of Linux-based development.
• Experience with inter-process communication protocols (e.g., gRPC).
• Ability to communicate effectively with embedded software engineers.
• Excellent documentation skills.

Preferred Skills:

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

Tools and Technologies:

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

Benefits:

• 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

This position requires you to work a minimum of three days per week in the office, operating under a hybrid work model.