Ground Software Engineer II/ Senior Ground Software Engineer I

Rocket Lab Corporation•Long Beach, CA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Ground Software Engineer II/ Senior Ground Software Engineer I based out of Rocket Lab’s headquarters in Long Beach, CA, you will be responsible for developing cutting-edge spacecraft ground software for our various Space Systems missions, and for providing ground system development and support for internal and external customers. You will support the Space Systems organization, with deliverables required for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors. (Please note: this position can be hired at the Ground Software Engineer II or Senior Ground Software Engineer I level.)

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other technical discipline
2+ years of relevant work experience developing software
2+ years of relevant work experience developing in Python
Experience architecting web-based software applications
Experience with AWS
U.S. citizenship is required, due to program requirements
Active DoD U.S. Government Secret security clearance or, ability to obtain and maintain one
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other technical discipline
5+ years of relevant work experience developing software
5+ years of relevant work experience developing in Python
Experience architecting web-based software applications
Experience with AWS
U.S. citizenship is required, due to program requirements
Active DoD U.S. Government Secret security clearance or, ability to obtain and maintain one

Nice To Haves

Full-stack software development experience, including:
Backend – Python and/or Golang
Frontend – Typescript and/or Javascript (Angular or React)
Database – InfluxDB, PostgreSQL, or equivalent
Experience with Python web experience (FastAPI or equivalent)
Experience with micro-service architectures
Experience leading complete system development efforts with a team
Ability to write clear, well-tested, and well-documented software
Experience supporting satellite, spacecraft, constellation, and/or launch vehicle mission operations
Familiarity with database design and implementation
Experience using Git or other version control systems
Experience with SQL
Experience with ticketing systems like Jira, etc.
Experience with Kubernetes orchestration
Experience with Oauth authentication flows
Experience in full-stack and/or web development (NodeJS, Angular, TypeScript, or equivalent)
Experience in the aerospace industry
Experience in CCSDS recommended standards, including Space Packet Protocol and COP-1

Responsibilities

Develop and evolve web-based software architecture for spacecraft operations
Work closely with flight software developers, operations personnel, and systems engineers to understand requirements and functional needs
Deploy and configure the Rocket Lab Ground Data System
Establish monitoring and alerting to detect system degradation and outages
Identify ground systems issues and provide technical insight for resolution

Benefits

Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Other perks include: Discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts.

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