Backend Engineer (DataCosmos)

Open Cosmos Ltd.
Harwell Oxford, UK
3 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Databases Continuous Integration DevOps Distributed Systems Python (Programming Language) PostgreSQL Cloud Platform System Backend Containerization Deployment Automation Production Code
+2 more
Docker Microservices

Job description

  • Designing, building, and maintaining scalable backend services and APIs
  • Developing clean, reliable code in Go and/or Python
  • Improving platform performance, scalability, observability, and reliability
  • Working with cloud-native technologies including Docker and Kubernetes
  • Contributing to CI/CD pipelines, deployment strategies, and infrastructure improvements
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver technical solutions for real-world space missions
  • Supporting production systems and driving continuous improvement across the platform

Requirements

Do you have experience in Python?, * Strong backend engineering experience with Go, Python, or similar languages

  • Experience with APIs, microservices, distributed systems, and scalable architectures
  • Good understanding of databases such as PostgreSQL and data modelling principles
  • Familiarity with cloud environments, containerisation, and DevOps practices
  • A proactive, ownership-driven mindset with strong problem-solving skills
  • A collaborative approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced scaling environment
  • Passion for technology and a genuine motivation to contribute to making space accessible and impactful

About the company

At Open Cosmos we are solving the world’s biggest challenges from space, providing businesses, governments and researchers access to more readily available information than ever before - ready for the challenge? Then read on…

Working in our Data Division

At Open Cosmos, our Data division transforms satellite data into meaningful insights that drive real-world impact. The team delivers all data products generated by Open Cosmos and its partners, curates and develops DataCosmos (our geospatial data platform) and builds integrations that make satellite imagery easy to access and act on.

We are now looking for a Backend Engineer to join the DataCosmos team at Open Cosmos. You’ll play a key role in building and scaling the platform that powers the delivery of satellite data to customers around the world., When applying, please submit your CV in English.

Why Open Cosmos?

  • Work at the cutting edge of space technology with customers around the globe.
  • A mission-driven company making space accessible to help solve real-world challenges.
  • A diverse, ambitious, and supportive team.

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