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# Ground Software Engineer Supporting Satcom

- **Company:** CareerCircle
- **Location:** Lanham, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $140,000.0 - $150,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Flutter, Testing (Software), C (Programming Language), HTML, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), XML Schema, Computer-Aided Design, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Android Software Development, Android Studio, Apache Tomcat, Server Applications, Apple IOS, Application Layers, Business Logic, Systems Engineering, Public-Key Cryptography, Acceptance Test-Driven Development, Confluence, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Behavior-Driven Development, Oracle WebLogic Server, Bootstrap (Software), Unix, C++ (Programming Language), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Cloud Computing, CMake, Configuration Management, Encodings, Signals Intelligence, Computer Programming, Databases, Concurrent Computing, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Custom Software, Software Debugging, Linux, DevOps, Digital Signature, Eclipse (Software), Enterprise JavaBeans, Elasticsearch, Embedded C, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Fault Tolerance, Github, Revision Control Systems, Groovy, Human-Computer Interaction, Integrated Development Environments, Java Persistence API, Java Servlet, Spring Framework, Java Transaction API, JavaScript Libraries, Java API for RESTful Web Services (JAX-RS), WildFly (JBoss AS), Junit, Python (Programming Language), Key Management, PostgreSQL, Apache Maven, Microsoft Visual Studio, MongoDB, Network Architecture, Networking Basics, Node.Js, NoSQL, Object-Relational Mapping, Object-Oriented Software Development, OpenShift, Pair Programming, Windows PowerShell, Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Resource Description Framework (RDF), Mockito, Swagger, Next.js, Requirements Management, Scaled Agile Framework, Security Software, Selenium, Service-Oriented Architecture, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, SPARQL, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, System Testing, Web Applications, Web Application Frameworks, Web Services, Web Services Description Language, Extensible Markup Language (XML), XQuery, Extensible Stylesheet Language Transformations (XSLT), Openapi, Data Processing, Multithreading, Scripting, Computer Networking Systems, Google Cloud, Enterprise Software Applications, Computer Network Operations, Test-Driven Development (TDD), ReactJS, Adobe XD, Marklogic, Spring-boot, Swift (Programming Language), Backend, Git, Fastapi, Vue.js, Containerization, AngularJS, Jax Ws, Solid Principles, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Build Tools, Figma, Front End Software Development, Terraform, Cucumber (Software), Splunk, Software Version Control, Jasmine, Docker, Service Stack, Katalon Studio, Jenkins, Golang, Programming Languages
- **Published:** September 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/md/lanham/0e75ba59-eb29-430a-beea-6afa8358a569

## About the Role

linux, cloud, git, golang, terraform, docker, Development, cyber frameworks, Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field (preferred but not explicitly required based on experience).

Experience

Minimum of several years of strong software engineering experience (5+ years preferred).

Proven experience in fullstack development, networked systems, and DevOps practices.

Preferred Qualifications

 * At least 5+ years of handson application development experience.
 * Expertise in implementing DevOps concepts in complex environments, including:
 * Continuous integration
 * Continuous testing
 * Continuous deployment
 * Continuous monitoring
 * Experience developing platformagnostic applications (iOS, Android, and web).
 * Strong frontend design and development experience.
 * Experience with design/mockup tools such as Adobe XD or Figma.
 * Experience with scripting languages such as Bash or PowerShell.

Technology Stack

 * Proficiency in DevOps systems and version control tools (e.g., Git).
 * Strong understanding of networking fundamentals.
 * Fullstack development expertise using languages such as:
 * C, C++, Java, Python, Go, or similar.
 * Experience with frameworks such as:
 * Backend: NodeJS, FastAPI, NextJS, Fiber, Express, OpenAPI, Swagger, TypeORM
 * Frontend: Angular, Vue, React
 * Mobile: Flutter, Swift, Android Studio
 * Experience with multithreaded/concurrent programming.
 * Cloud experience with AWS.
 * Containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker.
 * Comfortable working in both Linux and Windows environments.
 * Experience with relational and nonrelational databases.
 * Experience with centralized logging systems like Splunk or Elasticsearch., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

## Description

DevOps, Splunk
Mockup
OpenAPI
FastAPI
Adobe XD
Debugging
Terraform
Apple IOS
Visionary
Operations
Innovation
Swagger UI
Communication
Self-Motivation
Version Control
Software Design
Computer Science
Software Systems
Front End Design
Docker (Software)
Thought Leadership
Flutter (Software)
Software Solutions
Scripting Languages
Software Engineering
Full Stack Development
Electrical Engineering
Network Infrastructure
Angular (Web Framework)
Application Development
C (Programming Language)
Bash (Scripting Language)
Go (Programming Language)
Engineering Design Process
C++ (Programming Language)
Android (Operating System)
Java (Programming Language)
Vue.js (Javascript Library)
Node.js (Javascript Library)
Git (Version Control System)
Swift (Programming Language)
Next.js (Javascript Library)
Python (Programming Language)
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving), Our client is seeking a Ground Software Engineer to play a key role in developing software and infrastructure supporting Ground Software and Mission Operations for their satellite constellations. The ideal candidate will have strong fullstack engineering experience, a solid understanding of software design principles, and familiarity with operations-focused development.

As an integral member of the Ground Software Team, you will support the software systems that enable communication with and control of our client's satellites. This role offers significant autonomy in how systems are designed and built, making it wellsuited for a highly motivated, selfstarting engineer who is ready to lead major initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

 - Design and implement software applications supporting mission operations for constellationbased satellites.

 - Architect, implement, and maintain network infrastructure supporting groundtosatellite communication systems.

 - Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve software issues across fullstack and networked systems.

 - Collaborate with crossfunctional engineering teams to identify operational challenges and develop automationfocused software solutions.

 - Serve as a leader within the Ground Software team across U.S. and India-based groups.

 - Act as a strong individual contributor while providing technical guidance and thought leadership.

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JavaScript Frameworks
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Microsoft Visual Studio
Java Enterprise Edition
Jersey (Java Framework)
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C++ (Programming Language)
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Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
Scrum (Software Development)
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Groovy (Programming Language)
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Software Development Life Cycle
Bootstrap (Front-End Framework)
Extensible Markup Language (XML)
HyperText Markup Language (HTML)
JavaScript (Programming Language)
Web Services Description Language
Java API For RESTful Web Services
Acceptance Test-Driven Development
Integrated Development Environments
Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP)
Karma (JavaScript Testing Framework)
Jasmine (JavaScript Testing Framework)
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Key Management
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Spring Framework
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Amazon Web Services
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Atlassian Confluence
Signals Intelligence
Education and Training
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Agile Software Development
Java (Programming Language)
Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
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Scrum (Software Development)
Python (Programming Language)
Software Development Life Cycle
JavaScript (Programming Language)
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