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Senior Software Engineer

A space-to-cloud analytics company that owns and operates the largest multi-purpose constellation of satellites, providing maritime, aviation, and weather tracking data.
Glasgow, UK
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
501 - 1,000 Employees
3+ years of experience
Space

Description For Senior Software Engineer

Spire Global is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Space Operations Software team in Glasgow, UK. This role is crucial in developing systems that automate mission management, improve telemetry monitoring, and enhance constellation performance. As a Space Operations Software Engineer, you'll work in an agile environment, building applications for satellite telemetry visualization, ground station monitoring, and automated fault detection systems.

The ideal candidate should have strong Python development experience, with additional expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript and modern web frameworks. You'll be working with various data stores and cloud services, while interfacing with satellite operations and ground station teams to translate user needs into system requirements.

Key technical requirements include 3+ years of backend development experience, Linux system administration, container development, and familiarity with JavaScript frameworks. Strong candidates will possess additional skills in Django, infrastructure as code tools, data visualization, and monitoring systems implementation.

Spire offers an exciting opportunity to work on space technology with real-world impact, providing data that improves life on Earth. The company maintains a hybrid work model requiring minimum three days in office, and offers comprehensive benefits including unique perks like the Name Your Satellite Program and Launch Attendance opportunities.

The role combines software engineering excellence with space operations, making it an ideal position for engineers passionate about both cutting-edge technology and space exploration. You'll be part of a team that's responsible for maintaining and improving the operations of the largest multi-purpose satellite constellation, directly contributing to Spire's mission of using space-based data to solve terrestrial challenges.

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Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer

  • Build applications for visualizing and analyzing satellite telemetry
  • Build applications for monitoring ground station and satellite status and control satellite operations
  • Develop software to provide automatic fault detection, isolation, and recovery operations for the spacecraft

Requirements For Senior Software Engineer

Python
JavaScript
TypeScript
React
Linux
PostgreSQL
Redis
  • 3+ years professional experience writing web backend
  • Familiarity with Linux, including Bash scripting and basic system administration
  • Familiarity with Javascript development and at least one Javascript framework
  • Proficiency using and developing containers for development and production environments

Benefits For Senior Software Engineer

Education Budget
Equity
  • 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

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