Software Engineer

Overview At Indra Space, we are on a mission to redefine the European space industry by delivering high-performance small satellite solutions for LEO missions. Secure Communications Space Domain Awareness (SDA) and Space Traffic Management (STM) Science & space exploration. As the Space Business Unit of Indra Group, we combine cutting-edge technology with a full value chain approach-from satellite design and integration to ground segment and operations. You will work as a Software Engineer responsible for the maintenance and future specification updates of the Product Generation Function (PGF) for the EUMETSAT Metop-SG mission. Responsibilities Your work will focus on evolving and maintaining state-of-the-art satellite data processing software during the early mission phases to reach operational quality. Developing, evolving, and maintaining data processing algorithms for Metop-SG sensors, integrating scientific updates from EUMETSAT during commissioning and operational phases. Performing unit testing of the developed software, ensuring proper testing coverage and robustness. Ensuring the integration of processing algorithms within a distributed payload processing framework based on Apache Kafka and Apache Storm. Working in a GNU/Linux environment to develop, test, and optimize the software. Coordinating closely with the validation team during validation campaigns to guarantee software quality, performance, and operational readiness. Contributing to technical documentation and providing support in interactions with customers and stakeholders. Applying good software development practices and coding standards to ensure maintainability and performance. Qualifications / Experience - Experience with Java development and unit testing, including code optimization and efficient use of memory and CPU resources. - Experience working with the GNU/Linux operating system. - Good understanding of software development best practices and coding standards. - Intermediate level of English (minimum). - Availability to work in a hybrid model in Madrid. Benefits Work Your Way: Flexible hours so you can balance life and work effortlessly. Innovation at Its Core: Be part of groundbreaking projects with global impact. Stability You Can Trust: Long-term projects in a leading company with a future vision. General Reach: Your work will influence major international initiatives. Explore projects across Spain and beyond. Lifelong Learning: Access Open University programs and 3,000+ Udemy for Business courses. J-18808-Ljbffr