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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Staff Software Engineer (all genders) - **Company:** Reflex Aerospace GmbH - **Location:** Berlin, Germany - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Software Quality, Programming Tools, Embedded Software, Software Architecture, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Verification and Validation (Software), Reliability Availability Maintainability and Safety Software - **Published:** July 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.de/details/5727275246 ## About the Role * At least 8 years of professional experience in at least two of the following domains: + Space flight software + Space payload software + Embedded software + Real-time mission-critical software + Mission control software + Software validation and verification + Product Assurance, RAMS, security + Development tools and infrastructure * Ownership of challenging technical topics * Very good communication and collaboration skills. * Strong ability to work independently while at the same time staying aligned with the existing software architecture, the team's development vector, and, very importantly, the customer needs. * Focus on detail, quality, and testing * Experience working in regulated environments * Experience with industry standards such as ECSS, DO-178, IEC 61508, etc. Within each domain, experience operating in one or more of the following roles: * Technical lead * Software architect * Software systems engineer * Technical authority for an area critical to the business of your employer ## Description * Lead the execution of complex initiatives spanning multiple tasks and epics, layers of the technical stack, and teams. * Contributions to technical roadmaps. * Setting high standards for technical excellence and software quality. * Act as a hub for technical communication between the software team and other teams, such as systems, mission operations, AOCS, etc., to define interfaces and ensure that the system works end-to-end and that all individual work packages are integrated into a coherent functioning system. * Leading and contributing to design reviews, code walkthroughs, complex technical discussions. * Mentorship - providing training and day-to-day guidance to the Software team. What you can expect: * An opportunity to shape the technical landscape of a modern satellite development company. * A large SW team of 20+ dedicated and highly skilled software engineering colleagues. * Being part of Reflex software technical leadership, maintained by Reflex's staff and senior engineers. The collaboration model is based on consensus between leaders, as opposed to a program dictated by a single person. * Real satellite projects, both in operation and in development. * Significant freedom to implement your technical vision and know-how - as much agency as you can carry. * Flat hierarchies, guided by flexible, supportive management and a network of experienced staff engineers. Your Background: Reflex is looking for staff software engineers. 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