Space-to-cloud analytics company that owns and operates the largest multi-purpose constellation of satellites, providing maritime, aviation, and weather tracking.

Spire Global is seeking a Senior Software Engineer SRE to join their Space Reliability Engineering team in Glasgow, UK. The role focuses on protecting and improving the reliable operation of Spire's constellation of satellites, ground stations, and software through vigilant monitoring of availability, latency, performance, and capacity.

As a Software Engineer in the Space Reliability Engineering team, you'll work in an agile environment developing systems and tools that enhance satellite fleet efficiency. Key responsibilities include creating operational automation for mission execution, developing data platforms for analytics, analyzing telemetry data, and maintaining configuration control of space assets.

The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of software engineering experience with strong Python skills and familiarity with Linux systems. Experience with data backends (S3, RDS, Postgres, Redis, Elasticsearch), containerization, and monitoring tools (Grafana, Prometheus) is highly valued. The role offers unique opportunities to work with space technology while applying Site Reliability Engineering principles to space operations.

Spire Global offers an attractive benefits package including their unique Name Your Satellite Program, launch attendance opportunities, generous time off, education assistance, and equity through ESPP. The company operates a hybrid work model requiring minimum three days per week in the office.

Join a company that improves life on Earth with data from space, operating the largest multi-purpose satellite constellation with global coverage and real-time tracking capabilities for maritime, aviation, and weather systems.

Senior SRE position at Spire Global focusing on maintaining and improving reliability of satellite constellation operations through software automation and monitoring.

Senior Software Engineer SRE

A space-to-cloud analytics company that owns and operates the largest multi-purpose constellation of satellites, providing advanced maritime, aviation, and weather tracking worldwide.

Spire Global is seeking a Senior Spacecraft Software Engineer to join their team working at the intersection of satellite payloads, scientific computing, and data delivery systems. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge space technology, developing and maintaining both flight and ground software for satellite-based GNSS missions.

The position involves working across multiple system layers, from embedded software to cloud data pipelines, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of mission-critical scientific data to customers. This is a high-impact role where autonomy, creativity, and technical breadth are essential.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for developing scientific and command & control software for GNSS-based satellite payloads, building ground-based automation systems, and collaborating closely with flight operations teams. The role requires expertise in languages like C++ or Python, FPGA development, and DSP techniques, particularly in the context of RF or GNSS.

Spire Global offers an impressive benefits package including unique perks like the Name Your Satellite Program and Launch Attendance opportunities. The company operates a hybrid work model requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office in Glasgow, Scotland.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience, strong problem-solving abilities, and a passion for space technology. Prior experience in satellite payloads or aerospace is highly valued, along with expertise in building telemetry and data visualization tools.

Join Spire Global to be part of a team that's improving life on Earth with data from space, working with the largest multi-purpose constellation of satellites and contributing to advanced maritime, aviation, and weather tracking worldwide.

Senior Spacecraft Software Engineer position at Spire Global, developing and maintaining satellite payload software and ground systems for GNSS missions.

Senior Spacecraft Software Engineer

Space-to-cloud analytics company that owns and operates the largest multi-purpose constellation of satellites providing maritime, aviation, and weather tracking.

Spire Global, a leading space-to-cloud analytics company, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Rust to join their Sat OS team. This role focuses on developing the high-level operating system for spacecraft, working on critical systems that power their satellite constellation.

The position offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge space technology, where design-to-launch cycles are measured in weeks and months rather than years. You'll be responsible for developing Rust-based services that interface with hardware, implementing communication protocols between ground and space systems, and migrating legacy Python systems to a modern distributed architecture.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of professional software development experience, with strong expertise in Rust and familiarity with Python. You'll work in a hybrid environment, collaborating with embedded software engineers and platform teams to ensure optimal integration between software and hardware systems.

Key responsibilities include developing fault-tolerant systems, implementing observability solutions, and performing both ground-based testing and in-orbit verification of new software services. The role requires excellent documentation skills and experience with inter-process communication protocols like gRPC.

Spire offers compelling benefits including their unique Name Your Satellite Program, launch attendance opportunities, and comprehensive benefits covering education assistance, equity participation through ESPP, and family-friendly policies. The company's mission to improve life on Earth with data from space provides an exciting backdrop for engineers looking to make a meaningful impact in the space industry.

Working at Spire means joining a global team that operates the largest multi-purpose satellite constellation, with a focus on providing advanced maritime, aviation, and weather tracking worldwide. The position requires minimum three days per week in the Glasgow office, offering a balance between collaborative in-person work and flexible remote options.

Senior Software Engineer role at Spire Global, developing Rust-based spacecraft operating systems and satellite control software in Glasgow, UK. 7+ years experience required.

Senior Software Engineer (Rust)

A space-to-cloud analytics company that owns and operates the largest multi-purpose constellation of satellites, providing maritime, aviation, and weather tracking.

Spire Global is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Space Operations Software team in Glasgow, UK. This role is crucial in automating mission management, improving telemetry monitoring, and managing ground station activities for their satellite constellation. The position requires a blend of backend development expertise, particularly in Python, along with experience in web technologies and system administration.

As a Space Operations Software Engineer, you'll work in an agile environment, developing systems that enhance satellite fleet efficiency. Key responsibilities include building applications for satellite telemetry visualization, ground station monitoring, and implementing automated fault detection systems. The role requires strong Python development skills, with experience in web backends and various data stores.

The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of professional experience, with strong candidates possessing 5+ years in Python development. Knowledge of modern web technologies, infrastructure tools, and data visualization is highly valued. The position offers exciting opportunities to work with space technology while developing critical software systems.

Spire operates a hybrid work model requiring minimum three days in office. The company offers comprehensive benefits including unique perks like the Name Your Satellite Program and Launch Attendance opportunities. As a space-to-cloud analytics company operating the largest multi-purpose satellite constellation, Spire provides an innovative environment focused on improving life on Earth through space-based data.

Senior Software Engineer position at Spire Global, developing space operations software for satellite fleet management and telemetry monitoring using Python and web technologies.

Senior Software Engineer

A space-to-cloud analytics company that owns and operates the largest multi-purpose constellation of satellites.

Spire Global, a leading space-to-cloud analytics company, is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join their Attitude Determination and Control System (ADCS) team in Glasgow. This role combines embedded systems expertise with satellite technology, focusing on developing and maintaining critical control systems for their satellite constellation.

The position requires strong embedded programming skills, particularly in C and Python, with experience in real-time operating systems like FreeRTOS. The engineer will be responsible for integrating ADCS algorithms, conducting processor-in-the-loop testing, and resolving complex embedded systems issues both for satellites in orbit and ground systems.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge space technology, contributing to the largest multi-purpose satellite constellation. The role offers a blend of technical challenges, from firmware development to debugging complex systems, often without direct hardware access. The company provides an attractive benefits package including unique perks like the Name Your Satellite Program and Launch Attendance opportunities.

Working in a hybrid model (minimum three days in office), you'll collaborate with ADCS engineers and other teams, requiring excellent communication skills. The position offers growth opportunities in the expanding space technology sector, with exposure to advanced satellite control systems and embedded software development. The role requires 3+ years of experience and offers a chance to work on technology that literally improves life on Earth with data from space.

Embedded Software Engineer position at Spire Global, developing satellite control systems and firmware for the world's largest multi-purpose satellite constellation.

Embedded Software Engineer

Join Spire Global as a Senior Software Engineer in their Earth Observation (EO) Ground Processing and Weather Infrastructure team. This role is pivotal in processing satellite data from Spire's constellation, focusing on building and maintaining scalable data pipelines and cloud infrastructure.

You'll be working at the intersection of space technology and cloud computing, developing critical systems that process Earth Observation data and weather information. The role involves building performant pipelines, robust APIs, and high-availability systems using technologies like Python, Golang, and AWS services. You'll be responsible for ensuring the smooth flow of EO and geospatial data from space to customers.

The position offers a unique opportunity to work with satellite data, cloud infrastructure, and advanced analytics to solve global challenges. You'll collaborate with diverse teams including satellite operations, science, and product teams, contributing to systems that power critical decisions in science, government, and industry.

Spire Global is a leading space-to-cloud analytics company operating the largest multi-purpose satellite constellation. Their systems provide cutting-edge maritime, aviation, and weather tracking worldwide. The company offers a hybrid work environment with a minimum of three days per week in the office.

The role comes with comprehensive benefits including their unique Name Your Satellite Program, launch attendance opportunities, generous time off, education assistance, and stock purchase options. You'll be part of a global team working on real-world applications of space technology, contributing to systems that improve life on Earth through data from space.

Key technical aspects include working with AWS services, container orchestration, infrastructure as code (Terraform), and various geospatial data formats. You'll be involved in both building new systems and maintaining existing infrastructure, with a focus on reliability, scalability, and security.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced software engineers passionate about space technology and real-time data systems, offering the chance to work on challenging technical problems while contributing to meaningful global solutions.

Senior Software Engineer role at Spire Global focusing on Earth Observation data processing and cloud infrastructure development.

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Space-to-cloud analytics company that owns and operates the largest multi-purpose constellation of satellites, providing maritime, aviation, and weather tracking.