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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Space Software Engineer (Clearable) - **Company:** Zachary Piper - **Location:** Denver, CO, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $180,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Cloud Computing, Computer Programming, Distributed Systems, Github, Python (Programming Language), Performance Tuning, Scrum Methodology, Software Architecture, Cloud Services, Software Systems, Systems Architecture, Backend, Gitlab, Git, Amazon Relational Database Service, Containerization, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, AWS Fargate, Real Time Data, Graphql, Front End Software Development, Functional Programming, Api Design, Restful APIs, Terraform, Software Version Control, Devsecops, Docker - **Published:** June 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8979625/space-software-engineer-clearable ## About the Role Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Space Software Engineer to support the development of ground-based software systems for satellite operations. This role focuses on building scalable backend services and APIs that enable communication with large constellations of satellites. The ideal candidate is a strong Python developer with cloud experience in AWS and a background in building high-performance, distributed systems. No prior satellite experience is required., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field. * 3+ years of experience in backend or full-stack software development. * Strong programming experience in Python . * Experience developing APIs and working with GraphQL or RESTful services. * Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, ECS/EKS, etc.). * Experience with containerization tools such as Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes. * Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Terraform. * Experience using Git-based version control platforms (GitHub or GitLab). * Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. * Strong communication and collaboration skills across technical teams. * Must have the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance. Preferred: * Experience integrating AI/ML APIs or platforms such as OpenAI, Anthropic, or similar. * Familiarity with real-time data systems and distributed architectures. * Experience contributing across backend, DevSecOps, and system architecture domains. ## Description * Design, develop, and maintain backend software supporting satellite ground operations. * Build and manage APIs to control, monitor, and interact with satellite systems. * Integrate applications with AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, ECS, EKS, and Fargate. * Optimize system performance, scalability, cost efficiency, and security across cloud environments. * Develop and deploy containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, implement features, and resolve technical issues. * Support CI/CD pipelines, DevSecOps processes, and infrastructure automation using tools like Terraform. * Contribute to software architecture design and system improvements. * Prototype and integrate AI/ML or generative AI capabilities where applicable. * Participate in Agile/Scrum development cycles with frontend and backend teams. ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Modern DevOps for IoT Devices and More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1805-wearedevelopers-live-modern-devops-for-iot-devices-and-more) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [Hiring AI Native Talents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100268-hiring-ai-native-talents) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers)