Senior Software Engineer

Iridium Satellite, LLC•Tempe, AZ

2h•Hybrid

About The Position

If you have experience developing complex backend software solutions and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, you’ll be excited about the Sr. Software Engineer opportunity on our Gateway Development team. In this role, you will lead the design, implementation, build, integration, and deployment of key software components within the Iridium Gateway. You will apply your expertise to evaluate existing and newly proposed gateway software features, identify solutions, and collaborate with stakeholders to determine the optimal approach. Success in this role requires the ability to manage your own workload effectively while partnering closely with other members of the gateway software development team to design, build, and deploy new products for the Iridium Gateway.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer system engineering, or related engineering field
8+ years of experience building software solutions for telecommunications or other mission‑critical systems.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate on a technical and non-technical level with peers both inside and outside of the team
Be a strategic thinker who demonstrates good judgment and decisiveness, and is able to analyze a situation or problem and come up with effective solutions
Can thrive in a dynamic environment by handling multiple tasks and managing shifting priorities
Be proactive in sharing knowledge you’ve learned with others
Proficiency in C and C++ with 5+ years of experience developing software tools and applications
Proficiency developing software for Linux/Redhat Operating Systems and using Databases such as mySQL
Knowledge of and experience with all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle process
Proven experience of Tool Suites such as Gitlab, Jira, and Confluence
Must be able to prioritize key tasks and have a strong sense of ownership over your work
Be active in seeking out ways to continuously improve yourself and gain new knowledge
Must be a US Citizen

Nice To Haves

Programming languages such as Python, Go, Bash, Perl
Databases: MySQL
Protocols: IP, SIP, TCP, UDP
Telecom industry specs and architecture: 3GPP, ITU
Working experience of AWS development techniques

Responsibilities

Design and develop complex, mission-critical, telecommunications-grade software with a strong emphasis on quality, performance, reliability, and long-term maintainability
Triage, diagnose and fix issues in deployed (complex) software
Work with the team, sometimes outside of normal business hours, to quickly and effectively solve outages / issues (approximately 1-3 per quarter)
Ensure high code quality by developing and following modern development best practices and fully engaging in all phases of the software development lifecycle
Apply strong analytical and critical‑thinking skills to assess complex situations, diagnose issues, and propose effective, well‑reasoned solutions
Communicate proactively with teammates and stakeholders, raising questions or concerns early and seeking support when needed to keep work on track
Build trusted, productive relationships across teams by demonstrating confidence, technical credibility, and a collaborative mindset
Identify risks early in the development process and drive clear mitigation strategies to reduce impact and maintain project momentum
Foster a collaborative, inclusive work environment that encourages knowledge sharing, open communication, and teamwork
Facilitate and support knowledge transfer, cross-training efforts, and aid in the training and mentoring of early career professionals throughout the team
Motivate and support the team, especially during high‑pressure or time‑sensitive periods to ensure goals are met and everyone can perform at their best