Software Engineer I - Ground Software
Sierra Space1 day ago
Centennial, CO, USAEntry Level
Base Salary
$84k - $115k/yr
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and test software applications for space systems and technologies.
- Write clean, maintainable code following development best practices and coding standards.
- Collaborate with senior engineers to understand requirements and complete assigned tasks.
- Use Git and other version control systems to manage code changes collaboratively.
- Participate in code reviews to support code quality and development standards.
- Troubleshoot and resolve software-related issues.
- Document software designs, configurations, processes, and procedures.
- Stay current with software development and space technology trends.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree.
- Typically 0–2 years of experience.
- Basic understanding of programming languages and software development principles.
- Ability to write clean, maintainable code.
- Familiarity with version control systems such as Git.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.
- U.S. Citizenship is required because the position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance.
- Preferred frontend development experience with React, TypeScript, NodeJS, FastAPI, or similar technologies.
- Familiarity with Windows and Linux/Unix development environments.
- Understanding of TCP/IP, sockets, and client-server architectures.
- Exposure to automated testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines.
- Exposure to command-and-control, telemetry, or mission-operations software concepts.
- Basic understanding of spacecraft, satellite, or ground-system operations concepts.
- Understanding of Agile software development methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban.
- Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, communication, and teamwork skills.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- 401(k) with a 150% match up to 6%.
- Life insurance.
- Three weeks of paid time off.
- Professional development and a collaborative work culture.
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About Sierra Space
Sierra Space is a privately held aerospace company founded in 2021 and headquartered in Louisville, Colorado. It develops spacecraft, satellite platforms and subsystems, propulsion, and space infrastructure, including the reusable Dream Chaser spaceplane and the inflatable LIFE habitat. The company serves U.S. national security and civil customers and global allies; Dream Chaser is contracted to deliver cargo to the International Space Station for NASA.