Software Developer I

Who we are:

Globalstar pioneered personal safety by introducing its SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger in 2007. Today, leveraging its low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation, Globalstar reliably connects and protects assets, transmits key operational data, and saves lives – from any location – for consumers, industrial companies and government agencies in over 120 countries. With a portfolio that includes SPOT GPS messengers, next-generation IoT products and modems, and cloud-based telematics solutions, Globalstar’s cost effective satellite-powered innovations give users visibility and intelligence for improving safety and operational efficiencies.

What we offer:

• Work/Life Balance:  Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Financial Benefits:  401(k) Plan with Company Match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Voluntary and Company Paid Group Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Medical FSA, Dependent Care, Competitive Salaries
• Health & Wellness:  Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Comprehensive and Interactive Wellness Program

Job Summary: 

Globalstar is looking for a software developer to join a team that develops and maintains software that monitors and controls ground assets such as parabolic dish antennas and other satellite operations metrics.  The software developer will be an integral team member throughout the development life cycle by working with engineering and operations analysts to evaluate issues, develop new software solutions, implement processes, and support existing applications.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develop, support and maintain Java and Python applications related to satellite telecommunications system infrastructure
• Work on system architecture changes to use micro-services and highly available systems
• Investigate reported issues and create hotfixes when necessary
• Work with the cross-functional project teams to develop requirements
• Review and test code developed by other team members and off-site contractors
• Follow the established Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) standards
• Implement Continuous Integration initiatives using Git, Bamboo/Jenkins, Jira and other tools for version control, automated tests and deployment

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact clearly and concisely with all departments and levels of management with a strong focus on customer service
• Excellent organizational skills with attention-to-detail
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

• Strong logical skills and understanding of data structures
• Development skills with object-oriented programming (OOP)
• Strong self-motivation and willingness to tackle challenging problems
• Highly skilled in trouble isolation techniques

Education, Experience, and Licenses/Certifications:

• Bachelor's or higher degree program of Computer Science, Information Systems or Computer Engineering
• Proficient in Python and Java
• Proficient with Linux systems
• Familiarity with writing software applications that interact with relational databases and SQL
• Familiarity with RESTful service design
• Knowledge of multi-threading and distributed container-based applications
• Experience with Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery and Continuous Deployment concepts
• Experience writing software that interacts with physical equipment such as steerable antennas, motor controllers, RF equipment, or serial / Modbus RTU is preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Willingness and ability to travel as needed
• Willingness and ability to work after regularly scheduled hours as needed
• Ability to sit at a desk for prolonged periods working on a computer (4 to 8 hours)
• Ability to operate the equipment used for the job
• Ability to lift 15 pounds at times
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job

Marginal Functions:

A review of this job description may have omitted some of the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of the job duties and responsibilities.  This job description, in no way, states or implies that these are the only duties and/or responsibilities to be performed by the employee in this position.  The employee in this position will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his/her supervisor.