Senior Software Engineer
Job Description
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.
Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer
- Build and maintain scalable pipelines for ingesting and processing satellite Earth Observation data
- Design and manage cloud-native systems in AWS to ensure high availability
- Develop backend services and APIs in Python and/or Golang
- Use Terraform for infrastructure management
- Implement observability tools and CI/CD workflows
- Work closely with satellite operations, science, and product teams
- Support and optimize mission-critical operational services
- Apply modern security and deployment best practices
Requirements For Senior Software Engineer
- 5+ years of experience in backend or systems-level software engineering
- Proficient in Python (required); Golang is a plus
- Strong experience with AWS services (e.g., S3, Lambda, EC2, DynamoDB)
- Experience designing and operating event-driven and schedule-based data pipelines
- Familiarity with geospatial formats like netCDF, GRIB, GeoTIFF
- Experience with Linux, Docker, and CI/CD tools
- Strong understanding of distributed systems, API development, and operational monitoring
- Solid debugging and troubleshooting skills in production environments
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
Benefits For Senior Software Engineer
- 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 office
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