Back-end Software Engineer III – Lunar Permanence

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. Design, implement, test, verify, and deploy mission operations and safety-critical software systems supporting spaceflight operations .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $150,931 - $230,513 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software development for mission operations and safety-critical systems, with a strong focus on Python and Rust programming, system integration, and verification processes. Proven ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams and produce comprehensive documentation for software architecture and training.

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Python DevelopmentRust DevelopmentFull Lifecycle Software EngineeringSoftware Architecture DesignContinuous Integration

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentSystem DesignSoftware VerificationSoftware IntegrationUnit TestingSystem-Level TestingSoftware Build AutomationConfiguration ManagementDeploymentFault-Tolerant Software Design

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsCollaborative TeamworkPassion for Spaceflight

Tools & Technologies

Linux EnvironmentReact FrameworkInfrastructure-as-CodeCloud TechnologiesCybersecurity Practices

Certifications & Qualifications

Blue’s Standard Background Check

Industry Keywords

Spaceflight OperationsSafety-Critical SoftwareAerospace OperationsCCSDS ProtocolsNPR 7150.2x Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityLinuxPythonReactRustUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, implement, test, verify, and deploy mission operations and safety-critical software systems supporting spaceflight operations
Collaborate with space vehicle systems, mission-control infrastructure, operations, and other customer teams to define requirements, architectures, and designs
Develop rapid prototypes to validate concepts and quantify technical risks
Plan, develop, and lead system verification and qualification with mission control infrastructure and mission system engineers
Produce software architecture, design, verification, user manual, and training documentation
Follow software development processes supporting software safety and reliability
Support frequent update cycles for pre-flight testing, mission validation exercises, and operations training events
Maintain, correct, and improve mission control software during operator training, ground data system verification and certification, spacecraft integration, and flight
Integrate software components, build and execute unit- and system-level tests, validate with Software-in-the-Loop and Hardware-in-the-Loop simulators, and release certified code

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. or higher degree in Software or Engineering related field
5+ years of software development experience
Proven software development in Python and/or Rust
Willingness to work and integrate with frontend developers and React-based frameworks
Experience in full lifecycle software engineering, including system design, software implementation and verification, system integration, and release
Skills in software build automation, continuous integration, configuration management, verification, and deployment
Experience designing and implementing scalable software architectures
Familiarity with Linux environment and basic Unix system administration
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams
Passion for spaceflight and space exploration
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
Required Blue’s Standard Background Check
Desired: 3+ years developing software supporting critical applications
Desired: Experience crafting and developing software for aerospace operations
Desired: Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code, services-as-code, and cloud technologies
Desired: Understanding of space-based communications protocols such as CCSDS
Desired: Familiarity with cybersecurity practices
Desired: Compliance experience with NPR 7150.2x
Desired: Experience with fault-tolerant software design, human error assessment, and fault tolerance
Desired: Experience with spacecraft subsystems and associated software

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, and company results (not guaranteed)