What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Backend Engineer - Space Command and Control position at Sphinx Defense?
ABOUT SPHINX
Sphinx builds software to solve complex national security problems in Space. Founded by engineers and technologists with deep experience across commercial and defense technology, we were frustrated by the outdated and insecure technology America's service members are forced to rely on. We're here to do better.
We're focused on building modern, scalable products with an emphasis on using open source technologies. Expect talented, motivated, and interesting colleagues who emphasize collaboration, transparency, and individual responsibility.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Sphinx is hiring a Senior Backend Engineer to join our Space Communications team building a command and control platform for US government satellites. As a Senior Backend Engineer you will lead the development of core features of Sphinx's Command and Control(C2) platform, designing and building technology to support the operations of a wide variety of US Government satellites. You will work as both an individual contributor and a Space C2 subject matter expert, mentoring other software engineers at Sphinx.
We're looking for a track record of the following :
- Building space C2 systems such as mission planning, TT&C (Tracking, Telemetry and Commanding), ground resources management, and mission data processing services
- Building multi-tenant services on public cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Developing and consuming APIs and services as part of platform ecosystem
- Developing with an emphasis on automation and security
- Willingness to own a technical problem end-to-end
- A habit of self-directed learning of new technologies
- The ability to work well with a team
- The ability to communicate clearly
You might be a good fit if :
LOCATION
This role will be located in Colorado Springs, CO with the potential for travel such as client visits, company gatherings, and other project related travel as needed may be required.
COMPENSATION
This role is between $160,000 - $185,000 base salary.
BENEFITS
Compensation includes competitive salary, meaningful equity ownership, profit sharing, employer 401(k) contribution, and 100% employer covered medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents.
At Sphinx Defense, we are devoted to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Sphinx Defense is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
CLEARANCE ELIGIBILITY - This position requires eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance. For more information about U.S. Security Clearances : click here.
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Salary : $160,000 - $185,000