About You
Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission.
We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +3 yrs experience).
Typically 5+ years of related experience.
Expertise in one to multiple programming languages and advanced understanding of software development principles.
Ability to design and architect complex software systems.
Experience with different software development methodologies such as Agile and Scrum/Kanban.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to mentor and guide other engineers.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with kernel-level programming.
Proficiency in programming languages (Python, C++, Java) and their ecosystems.
Familiarity with scripting languages (Bash, PowerShell) and automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
Experience with Agile or Scrum/Kanban methodologies and tools (JIRA, Confluence, Jenkins).
Strong analytical skills, performance profiling, and debugging complex systems.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills, and efficient with collaborative tools (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket) and development ceremonies (daily standup, backlog grooming, work planning, task estimation, retrospectives, etc.).
Knowledge of database management systems (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud-native development.
Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
Understanding of network protocols, security principles, and secure coding practices.
Ability to write and maintain technical documentation.
Strong problem-solving skills and experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.
Experience with continuous integration and automated test.
Knowledge of and experience implementing Software Design Patterns.
Familiarity with SysML/UML to create software designs.
Experience utilizing and setting up static analysis tools.
Elevate Your Career
At Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations.
Sierra Space is an industry-leading space and defense technology company providing satellites, spacecraft, and enabling mission systems and components. We deliver mission-proven technologies to our customers that safeguard our nation, protect space-based assets and enable space exploration.
Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.
