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Staff Software Engineer

Space and data analytics company building an Earth Observation constellation and software to unlock the power of thermal infrared imagery.
Luxembourg
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
10+ years of experience
Space · AI

Description For Staff Software Engineer

Hydrosat, an innovative space and data analytics company, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their mission of revolutionizing agriculture through thermal infrared imagery. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, focusing on building scalable applications that leverage space imagery for improving water use efficiency and sustainability.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of developing solutions that combine remote sensing, machine learning, and cutting-edge fusion approaches to thermal imagery. The position offers a unique opportunity to work with a startup that's transforming how space imagery is used in the agri-food industry. You'll be based in Luxembourg, working in a hybrid environment that offers flexibility while maintaining collaborative team dynamics.

The role demands a seasoned professional with 10+ years of experience who can not only write excellent code but also shape technical direction, influence engineering culture, and solve complex challenges across the organization. You'll work with modern technologies including TypeScript, Node.js, and React, while leading initiatives to improve system architecture, documentation, and monitoring.

This is an ideal opportunity for a technical leader who wants to make a meaningful impact on global food and water security through innovative technology. You'll be part of a dynamic startup environment where you can drive significant technical decisions while contributing to solutions that benefit the environment. The position comes with attractive benefits including equity options, flexible work arrangements, and the chance to work on cutting-edge space technology applications.

The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with strong leadership abilities, capable of mentoring teams while maintaining hands-on involvement in development. You'll need to be comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment where adaptability and proactive problem-solving are essential. If you're passionate about using technology to address global challenges and want to be part of a company that's revolutionizing how we use space imagery, this role offers the perfect opportunity to make a lasting impact.

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Responsibilities For Staff Software Engineer

  • Collaborate with multiple teams across Engineering department to support goals and improve quality
  • Identify systemic pain points and lead initiatives to address them
  • Drive quarterly planning and help define technical roadmap
  • Champion best practices in coding, testing, and architecture
  • Partner with product managers to shape product requirements
  • Mentor engineers across teams
  • Take initiative in resolving bugs and incidents
  • Lead efforts to improve documentation and monitoring
  • Contribute to development of complex backend services and customer-facing SPAs

Requirements For Staff Software Engineer

TypeScript
Node.js
React
  • 10+ years of software development experience with technical leadership
  • Deep expertise in TypeScript or modern web/mobile frameworks
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives
  • Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure, CI/CD, and scalable system design
  • Excellent communication skills and collaborative mindset
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor and grow engineering talent
  • Self-starter with proactive approach to problem-solving

Benefits For Staff Software Engineer

Equity
  • Attractive compensation package
  • Equity through stock option plan
  • Fast-paced, dynamic startup environment with real impact and ownership
  • Hybrid work model - 1 remote day per week
  • Work-from-anywhere flexibility - up to 2 weeks per year

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