Backend Engineer
Sphinx Defense4 months ago
Colorado Springs, CO, USAMid Level / Senior
Base Salary
$138k - $167k/yr
Responsibilities
- Lead the development of core platform services for satellite communications.
- Design and build technology to support US government satellite operations.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers in their development tasks.
- Develop and consume APIs and services within the platform ecosystem.
- Emphasize automation and security in all development processes.
Requirements
- 3-5+ years of progressively responsible software engineering experience.
- Extensive experience with Python, FastAPI, Postgres, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform.
- Proven ability to architect and build APIs and backend services.
- In-depth knowledge of at least one commercial cloud platform and its services.
- Ability to work with ambiguity and self-direct work.
Benefits
- Competitive salary between $138,000 - $167,000.
- Quarterly bonus structure and equity ownership in the company.
- 100% premium coverage for medical, dental, and vision for you and dependents.
- Health Savings Accounts and life insurance.
- 401k employer contribution plan and flexible paid time off policy.
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About Sphinx Defense
Sphinx Defense develops software for space mission planning, command-and-control, and communications used by U.S. government space and defense programs and allied partners. Its business centers on delivering mission software and related services for secure, resilient operations in highly regulated environments. Founded in 2020 and privately held, Sphinx is headquartered in Washington, DC.