Principal Software Engineer, Compute Architect

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. Define, architect, design, test, and validate spacecraft compute software .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $218,520 - $323,082 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing distributed systems and cloud orchestration platforms, with a focus on building highly available software services and APIs. Proven ability to lead technical strategy and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to meet complex project requirements.

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Distributed Systems ExpertiseCloud Orchestration (Kubernetes, Mesos, Nomad)Containerization (Docker)System Architecture (Cloud-Native Technologies)Technical Leadership

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Hard Skills

Software EngineeringScheduling AlgorithmsAPIs DevelopmentResource AllocationJob SubmissionSoftware-Defined NetworkingStorage StrategiesHighly Available Systems DesignValidation and TestingLatency Reduction

Soft Skills

CollaborationLeadershipProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Container RuntimeOrchestration PlatformCloud Infrastructure

Industry Keywords

Spacecraft Compute SoftwareMulti-TenancyDistributed Orbital Compute NodesComplex Software ProjectsU.S. Export Regulations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudDistributed SystemsDockerKubernetes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define, architect, design, test, and validate spacecraft compute software
Architect and build an orchestration platform for containerized workloads across distributed orbital compute nodes
Design and implement scheduling algorithms optimizing power, thermal constraints, workload priority, and data locality
Develop the control plane, APIs, and software enabling multi-tenancy, resource allocation, and job submission
Own software-defined networking and storage strategies
Design highly available systems that handle failures, intermittent connectivity, and complex spacecraft orchestration
Lead technical strategy for the orchestration stack from container runtime and OS-level primitives through service layers
Lead validation and testing campaigns on aggressive deployment timelines
Collaborate with hardware and application teams to co-design a performant, operable platform meeting customer needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a similar technical discipline
10+ years of software engineering experience focused on distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, or large-scale backend services
Deep expertise building and operating distributed systems
Strong experience with cloud orchestration such as Kubernetes, Mesos, or Nomad
Experience with containerization such as Docker
Proven experience designing and developing large-scale, highly available software services and APIs
Strong system-architecture capabilities, particularly with cloud-native technologies
Experience providing technical leadership for complex software projects
Proven demonstration of reducing latency across a product
Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as necessary for critical project milestones
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for authorization under U.S. export regulations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
Up to four (4) weeks of Paid Time Off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential eligibility for benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, and company results