Senior Software Architect, Space Systems

15 hours ago


Long Beach, California, United States Vast Full time
Join the Pioneers in Space Technology

Vast is a trailblazing company on a mission to contribute to a future where billions of people live and thrive in space. We're building artificial gravity space stations to ensure long-term stays in space are safe and sustainable.

We're seeking an experienced Principal Software Engineer to lead our team in developing cutting-edge software solutions for spacecraft design and build. This role offers a unique opportunity to mentor junior engineers, provide technical leadership, and shape the future of space exploration.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop high-quality software codebases and systems for testing, commanding, and monitoring spacecraft.
  • Mentor and guide junior ground software engineers to help build a strong and capable team.
  • Own the lifecycle of software, including deployment, configuration management, maintenance, and support.
  • Configure and optimize automated testing and deployment systems.
  • Develop and maintain ground systems that control test sites and communicate with spacecraft at launch sites and on orbit.

What You'll Need:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field; OR 9+ years of professional experience as a software engineer.
  • 10+ years of experience writing full-stack web applications.
  • Experience with REST APIs, database design, implementation, and security.

Preferred Skills:

  • Proficiency with the command line, shell scripting, and GNU/Linux operating system.
  • Experience with cloud-based application development.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Familiarity with Git, collaborative mindset, and bias for action.
  • Front-end: HTML, CSS, Webpack, TypeScript, React/Vue/Angular.
  • Back-end: Go, Grafana, InfluxDB, SQL, NoSQL, Redis.
  • Cloud: AWS, GCP, Azure, Kubernetes, Docker, VPC.
  • Networking: HTTP(S), DNS, OSI Network Model, Subnets.
  • Basic understanding of RF Systems (Software Defined Radios, Digital Signal Processing).

Additional Requirements:

  • Must be willing and able to work non-standard hours, including weekends, to support critical mission milestones.

Salary Range: $214,100 - $283,800 per annum.

Vast offers a comprehensive compensation package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible paid time off, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, free meals and snacks, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical membership, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare, and other discounts and perks.

The selected candidate will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls and must either be a 'U.S. person' as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing.

Vast is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is governed by merit, competence, and qualifications without influence from protected status.



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