Staff Software Engineer, Information Systems
Muon Space5 months ago
Base Salary
$210k - $234k/yr
Responsibilities
- Lead the definition and development of platforms, tools, and applications for the Information Systems team.
- Build and maintain internal software using modern development tools and methodologies.
- Align team roadmaps with product requirements and mission needs.
- Own software development end to end, from product concept through delivery and maintenance.
- Lead information systems design and architecture, including technology selection and buy-versus-build decisions.
- Define metrics aligned with critical company goals and help the team achieve aggressive objectives.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams and departments.
Requirements
- B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in computer science or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- 10+ years of full-stack software engineering experience across frontend and backend development.
- Deep expertise in Python and JavaScript and common libraries such as React and Angular.
- Deep experience selecting, deploying, and optimizing SQL and NoSQL database technologies, including PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and InfluxDB.
- Proficiency developing, versioning, and optimizing REST and GraphQL APIs.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Modern space systems experience, including software ecosystems, is preferred.
- Proven success in a high-growth startup environment is preferred.
Benefits
- Equity compensation and comprehensive benefits package
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Short- and long-term disability and life insurance
- Three weeks of paid vacation for new employees, 12 paid holidays, unlimited sick time, and paid parental leave
Tech Stack
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About Muon Space
Muon Space designs, builds, and operates low Earth orbit satellite constellations and a software stack that deliver Earth intelligence and in-orbit compute for government, defense, and commercial users. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the privately held company sells spacecraft, payload integration, and data services. It runs a San Jose production facility capable of building up to 500 satellites in the 100–500+ kg class annually and has acquired propulsion startup Starlight Engines.