Senior Software Engineer (SatOS-Rust Team)

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer (Rust) to join our

Sat OS team (which develops the

high-level operating system for the spacecraft

)

. The successful candidate will play a

crucial role in developing software for our satellite systems, contributing to the

expansion and enhancement of our space-based

payload execution and

data collection capabilities.

Ideal candidates will embrace the commercialisation of nanosatellite systems and

adapt to low-cost, fast-paced systems design, development, and implementation

methodologies that set Spire apart from our competition. In this fast-paced

environment, the design to launch cycle is measured in weeks and months, not

years!

 

**What

You’ll

Do as a

Sat OS

Software Engineer:**

• Develop

  services

  in Rust that

  interface

  with

  hardware integration

  layers

  using

  modern

  protocols

• Implement communication interfaces between higher-level processes

  ,

  including ground to space commanding

• Migrate legacy Python systems

  to a new Rust-based, distributed architecture

• Contribute to the design and implementation of fault-tolerant systems

  to meet the demands of new customer missions

• Collaborate closely with the

  Platform

  Engineering team to ensure

  optimal

  software-hardware integration

• Create and

  maintain

  comprehensive documentation for APIs and system

  architectures

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our development processes and

  tools

• Perform ground-based

  testing and

  in-orbit

  verification of new software services

• Implement observability solutions for satellite-side services

Key Skills:

• 7+

  years' experience

  in professional software development

• Proven experience in

  production-grade software

  development using Rust

• Proficiency

  in

  Python or equivalent high-level language

• Knowledge of Linux-based development

• Experience with

  inter-process communication protocols

  (such as

  gRPC

  )

• Ability

  to communicate effectively with

  embedded software

  engineers

• Excellent documentation skills

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with safety-critical

  software

  systems in any industry

• Knowledge of version control systems, particularly Git and GitHub

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines

• Experience with project management tools

• Proficiency

  in scripting languages like Bash

• Understanding of cybersecurity principles

  s

  ystems

• Knowledge of telemetry and command systems

• Experience in implementing Fault Detection, Isolation, and Recovery (FDIR) systems for

  high-level or

  embedded applications

Tools and Technologies:

• Rust,

  Python, Bash

• Ubuntu (development environment)

• gRPC

  (inter-process communications)

• Version control using Git

We value adaptability and a willingness to learn new tools and technologies as needed for the role.

 

Spire operates a hybrid work model, and this position will require you to work a minimum of three days per week in the office.

Access to US export-controlled software and/or technology may be

required

for this role. If needed, Spire will arrange the necessary licenses—this is not something candidates need to have before applying.

Global Perks

🛰️ Name Your Satellite Program (NYSP)

🚀 Launch Attendance

🌴 Generous Time Off Policy

🎓 Education Assistance Program

🥰 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

📈 Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

👣 Family Leave

💪 Fitness Reimbursement

🧡 Employee Referral Program

🍉 Healthy snacks & beverages in every office

About Spire

We   improve life on Earth with data from space.

Spire Global is a space-to-cloud analytics company that owns and operates the largest multi-purpose constellation of satellites. Its proprietary data and algorithms provide the most advanced maritime, aviation, and weather tracking in the world. In addition to its constellation, Spire’s data infrastructure includes a global ground station network and 24/7 operations that provide real-time global coverage of every point on Earth.

Spire is Global and our success draws upon the diverse viewpoints, skills and experiences of our employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status.

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maintain

a safe and secure workplace for Spire employees, all candidates who receive a conditional offer will

be required

to complete a background check

. This

may include criminal history and employment verification.*

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