Fullstack Software Engineer

Welcome to SSC Space - the perfect workplace for those passionate about technology in general and space in particular. With space organizations, research institutes, institutional and commercial actors as customers, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications, space consulting services, rocket and balloon systems, flight test services, satellite propulsion systems, and much more. SSC also has one of the world’s largest global networks of ground stations for satellite communications. We own and operate the Esrange Space Center in Kiruna, northern Sweden, with the aim of launching satellites in the near future. Are you fueled by a passion for people and the ambition to create an awesome workplace? Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with us to help earth benefit from space?

If you answer yes to these questions, we invite you to seize the opportunity to make a significant impact as a Fullstack Software Engineer ! We are looking for a dedicated person who shares our core values of Customer passion, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Courage.

Security: In line with security requirements for this position, the candidate has to hold a European citizenship. Evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks.

• extensive experience with Java (21), Spring/Spring Boot, Apache Kafka, and GraphQL services.
• experienced in building SPAs with Angular (or similar), ideally with Apollo Angular for GraphQL
• Understanding of enterprise integration patterns, including service buses, API-based integration, messaging systems, and event-driven architectures.
• Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD tools (Git, GitLab, Nexus).
• Good understanding of microservices, cloud-native design, and enterprise integrations.
• Experience with SecDevOps principles or strong security-focused development practices.
• Familiarity with Linux, scripting (Bash/Python), and DevOps practices.
• Experience with PostgreSQL and ideally Redis or TimescaleDB.
• Basic experience with Prometheus (metrics) and Grafana (dashboards).
• End-to-End Test Automation using a testing framework tool (e.g. Playwright) to ensure validation of critical user journeys and regression coverage.
• Space domain knowledge on existing Ground Segment solutions used for Spacecraft Monitoring and Control.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to approach technical challenges methodically and seek guidance when needed.