Satellite Software Developer

Overview

Job Description Our client is leading the way in next-generation communications, building laser communications systems and software-defined networking platforms for aerospace and deep-space applications. With technology acquired from Google, they’re recreating solutions that let satellites, aircraft, and even lunar networks communicate seamlessly—essentially bringing space and Earth a lot closer together.

They’re looking for Software Engineer (Delay-Tolerant Networking) to join their UK R&D team. You’ll help evolve their delay-tolerant networking products, including the Hardy Bundle Router and Spacetime Platform, and develop new features that will transform how communication networks operate worldwide. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, solve complex challenges, and make a genuine impact.

• Building and maintaining delay-tolerant networking products, platforms, and APIs using Rust, gRPC, and Protocol Buffers
• Working on scalable and distributed systems using Kubernetes
• Debugging, optimising, and improving systems for full-scale production environments
• Collaborating with front-end developers to integrate user-facing features
• Creating technical guides, tutorials, and documentation for teams and customers
• Supporting new customer onboarding and ensuring smooth system integration
• Keeping up with the latest advancements in networking and cloud technologies

• A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Experience building distributed systems with cloud technologies
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Enjoys working with customers to find creative, practical solutions
• Curious, innovative, and genuinely excited about emerging technologies

• Experience with delay-tolerant networking standards (e.g., CCSDS/IETF BPv7, BPSec)
• Hands-on experience with microservices, event-driven architectures, and CNCF technologies
• Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or AWS
• Experience writing tutorials, documentation, or technical blog posts

• Work on high-impact, innovative projects in space technology and digital infrastructure
• Competitive salary, equity options, pension, and private health insurance
• Flexible hybrid working (UK-based remote)
• Collaborate with a diverse, international, and forward-thinking team
• Get hands-on experience with AI-driven networks, space-ground integration, and cloud mission control systems

Applicants must have the right to work in the United Kingdom
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Our Client Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Applications from candidates of all backgrounds are warmly encouraged.

• A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Experience building distributed systems with cloud technologies

They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Applications from candidates of all backgrounds are warmly encouraged.