Software Engineer - Database Developer

Join a forward-thinking engineering team at the forefront of space ground systems as a Software Engineer - Database Developer. Drive a mission-critical program from prototype to full-scale operations, leveraging your expertise to architect and optimize large-scale data systems. This is your opportunity to shape the backbone of a next-generation space-to-ground communications platform, collaborate with visionary leaders, and influence the future of aerospace technology., Architect, design, develop, and test robust data systems for massive throughput and real-time operations

• Redesign and mature reference programs for operational rigor and mission-critical reliability
• Lead the implementation of petabyte-scale database solutions supporting continuous data accumulation
• Integrate systems for mission planning, real-time visualization, and 24/7 operations
• Partner with stakeholders to translate complex requirements into scalable, high-performance models
• Conduct system-level risk analyses and proactively identify improvement opportunities
• Champion code reviews to ensure top-notch standards and requirement alignment
• Research and implement emerging software technologies, frameworks, and best practices

Minimum 3 years’ experience with large Database Management Systems (DBMS)

• Proficient in SQL and database design for high-throughput, mission-critical environments
• Demonstrated success transitioning systems from prototype to operations
• Strong foundational Computer Science knowledge, object-oriented design, and software patterns
• Experience with ETL processes and data backup/recovery techniques
• Bachelor’s degree or higher (Computer Science or related field)
• Adaptable and comfortable working in ambiguous, early-phase architectural settings

Preferred Skills

• Proficiency in Java, C++, Python, and JS frameworks (REACT, jQuery UI, Open Layers)
• Familiarity with Spring Framework, Hibernate, RDBMS, MongoDB, REST, OpenAPI
• Experience with Maven, Gradle, Git, Jenkins for dependency management and automation
• Exposure to cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure)
• Knowledge of TDD, Agile, CI/CD methodologies
• Expertise in data system optimization, performance tuning, and indexing
• Background in ground-to-space or space-to-ground systems engineering, Experience: 3+ years’ experience with large Database Management Systems (DBMS) requiring proficiency in SQL and database design Experience transitioning systems from prototype to operations is important Must be comfortable with ambiguity and early-ph transform Load (ETL) processes and data backup/recovery techniques

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace technology with real-world mission impact

• Career advancement through leadership and system architecture roles
• Collaborative, high-performance team environment
• Exposure to state-of-the-art tools and frameworks
• Potential for contract-to-hire conversion