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Writer's pictureKevin Suitor

Senior Full Stack Developer - Satellite | West Mclean, VA

Onsite | JavaScript/TypeScript, Angular/React/Vue, Python, Rust, PostgresSQL, Docker


Senior Full Stack Developer, Satellites | West Mclean, VA

Empower Global Communication: A Gateway to Innovation

Nestled in the dynamic hub of Northern Virginia's tech corridor, just outside the vibrant Washington, DC metro area, our client is at the forefront of revolutionizing global communication. With patented technology that heralds a new era of connectivity, they enable text messaging anywhere on the planet through direct satellite-to-mobile device communication. This groundbreaking service operates seamlessly with standard mobile devices, eliminating the need for specialized hardware. Riding the wave of Series A funding, they're gearing up for an ambitious Series B round, poised for unparalleled growth.


Your Mission: Shaping the Future

As a Senior Full Stack Developer, you're not just filling a role—you're embarking on a mission to design, develop, and deploy the backbone of our client's satellite constellation's ground systems. You'll be instrumental in crafting the cloud systems that support their expanding fleet, developing robust backend APIs, and rolling out modern front-end applications. These applications are critical for daily satellite operations, planning, and analysis, ensuring their fleet's seamless performance.


Your Challenge: Build Software That Reaches the Stars

If the thrill of building scalable software excites you, if you relish the opportunity to work alongside a team of dedicated aerospace and software engineers, your search ends here. We're not just looking for experience; we're looking for creativity, a zest for learning, and a passion for problem-solving.


Core Responsibilities:

  • Define the Future: Gather requirements, help define APIs and data models for our suite of microservices.

  • Backend Brilliance: Implement backend services for constellation operations—telemetry, command, orbital predictions, scheduling, and more.

  • Frontend Innovation: Roll out modern frontend applications for operations and analytics, enhancing data analysis and reporting.


What You Bring to the Stars:

  • A Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

  • 7-10+ years of software development experience.

  • Expertise in core frontend technologies (JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3) and frameworks (Angular, React, Vue).

  • Proficiency in at least 2 server-side languages (preferably including Rust for the backend).

  • Familiarity with SQL, RDBMS (like PostgreSQL, MySQL), caching mechanisms (Redis, memcached), microservices design/testing, and Docker/CI/CD pipelines.


Bonus Points:

  • Experience with frontend testing automation (Selenium, Cypress, Playwright).


Why Join Our Client?

With a lean team of 56 visionaries and the backing of Series A funding, our client is uniquely positioned in the satellite communications market. Their technology is not just patented; it's a game-changer. And with plans to design and manufacture locally, they're committed to innovation and excellence. You'll not only have a seat at the table—you'll be shaping the future of global communications.


Salary & Perks:

  • A competitive compensation package

  • H-1B sponsorship for existing H-1B visa holders.

  • Stock options that let you share in our success.


Are you ready to join a team that's connecting the world in ways never before imagined? Apply now and be part of a journey that's out of this world.

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