Senior Satellite Software Engineer
Confidential Opportunity Senior Satellite Software Engineer opportunity with a confidential employer in Falls Church, Virginia, offering the chance to develop flight software for direct satellite-to-mobile communications. This role is ideal for an experienced Rust and C++ engineer who thrives on rapid development and hands-on technical ownership. Join a well-funded startup with patented technology and stock options. Imagine building the software that will let any standard mobile phone send and receive text messages from anywhere on Earth, directly through satellites. This confidential startup already holds patented communications technology and is backed by a Series B funding round. The Senior Satellite Flight Software Engineer will be instrumental in developing the flight software that commands, controls, and coordinates our satellite fleet. It’s a chance to get in at the ground floor of a high-stakes venture where your code will literally reach space. Your primary focus will be developing robust, mission-critical software in Rust and C++ that runs on embedded Linux systems inside our satellites. You’ll design applications for command and data handling, power management, communications payloads, and guidance systems—then test them on a hardware-in-the-loop flatsat prototype that simulates orbital conditions. Every line of code must withstand the rigors of space, so you’ll also create rigorous test suites to verify and validate all functions before launch. This is not a theoretical exercise; you’ll see your work fly in months, not years. We’re seeking a systems-level software engineer who is fluent in Rust and has a track record of delivering complex software on rapid timelines. You don’t need prior satellite experience—what matters is your ability to learn new domains quickly and your passion for solving tough, unconventional problems. If you’ve written performance-critical code for hardware devices, mastered inter-process communication, and thrive in a small, agile team where you own the entire lifecycle, you’ll fit right in. A Bachelor’s degree in engineering and U.S. citizenship are required; experience with protocols like CAN, I2C, or SPI will set you apart. This is more than a job—it’s a rare opportunity to join a funded startup before it takes off, with stock options that could be life-changing. You’ll be surrounded by a team that values speed, creativity, and direct satellite-to-mobile innovation that no one else is doing. If you’re ready to put your stamp on the future of global communications, apply today. We’re moving fast, and we want to talk to you now. From Hire Perspectives Hire Perspectives helps engineers and engineering employers understand the hidden signals behind hiring, career movement, technical credibility, and talent decisions. Apply Today if this role fits your background and the kind of engineering work you want to own next.Senior Satellite Software Engineer
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