Software Engineer, Ground Software

Software Engineer, Ground SoftwareBroomfield, Colorado, United StatesKatalyst is an American technology company focused on dynamic space operations. We are building a fleet of dual-use multipurpose robotic space vehicles to create the future where maneuvering, upgrading, refueling, resupply and exploration are as routine as they are on Earth. Getting to space and overcoming the gravity well is only half the story. What you do there is the future. We are not building the trains. We are building the machines that lay down the tracks. By developing the foundational capabilities that make sustained, responsive operations possible, we enable a new era of space exploration that strengthens national security and ensures freedom of action in an increasingly contested domain.Working at Katalyst is intense, hands-on, and deeply rewarding. You'll take real ownership and see your work move from concept to operations in an environment where the problems are hard and the impact is real. We value humility, craftsmanship, and doing things the right way, even when it's harder. You'll work closely with thoughtful, driven teammates who push each other to do their best.What You'll DoReview and understand current Ground software stackUnderstand the needs of other teams within Katalyst, and translate this to Ground Software requirements and functionalityIdentify gaps in current Ground Software featuresIdentify and reduce technical debt in Ground SoftwareHelp maintain high coding standards through your own code and actively reviewing merge requestsWhat you will own in the next 30 days:Become an owner of a part of the Ground Software stackIntegrate Ground Software into other parts of the companyHelp enforce and improve culture around code quality and standardsBe an advocate and example of testing and integrating work into other areas in the companyHelp give technical expertise to fill out user stories and epicsWhat We ValueSystem level thinker understanding cloud based scalable micro service systemsStrong desire to build and design something from the ground upAble to understand and communicate customer needs into actionable itemsSomeone who strives for clarity and understanding, but can make do without perfect requirementsAn operations first developerA strong executor and someone that excels in producing valuable and reliable codeA passion for automation and creating systems that streamline operationsAn innovative approach to the challenges of ground software, mission operations and remote sensing and command-and-controlReliability-first mindsetYour Ideal BackgroundRequired:3-8 years of experience with cloud based scalable micro service architectureExperience with owning services in production environmentsWillingness to support mission critical servicesDeep technical fluency in cloud, backend, frontend, and streaming systemsTechnical fluency in Python, Rust or TypescriptExperience with Docker and AWS managed servicesFamiliarity working with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure proper feature creation and executionMinimum bachelor's degree in computer science or other related STEM fieldsPreferred:Master's degree in computer science or other related STEM fieldsExperience with owning high reliability production environmentsExperience supporting mission critical servicesTechnical fluency in some of the following: Orchestration (Kubernetes)Databases (MongoDB, InfluxDB or other time-series)Pub-sub/caching (Redis, Valkey)Infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, Pulumi)Satellite domain standards (CCSDS, XTCE)Compensation and Benefits: Your base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. The anticipated salary range for this role is $120,000 - $165,000 annually.Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at Katalyst. You will also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of the Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan, as well as a relocation bonus and other discretionary bonuses. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, and unlimited Paid Time Off.