Software Engineer

Company Overview: Starcloud is building a network of data centers in space, starting at kilowatts and scaling to gigawatt capacity. Falling launch costs allow us to take advantage of the abundant energy, radiative cooling techniques, and ability to rapidly scale in space. Join our team, push the boundaries of the space economy, and be part of this pioneering effort to redefine the future of energy. Position Overview: As a Software Engineer at Starcloud, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and deploying software systems that power our space-based data centers. You will own the complete software lifecycle, from development through testing and support, collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver groundbreaking solutions. Key Responsibilities: Software Development: Develop highly reliable and available software systems for our low-latency, high-capacity data centers in orbit. Design and implement fault-tolerant systems that operate at scale with minimal maintenance. Write high-quality, efficient code for embedded systems and custom hardware, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. System Integration: Seamlessly integrate software with hardware components, optimizing for high performance and reliability. Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and other engineers to refine system performance and troubleshoot issues. Testing and Validation: Create and execute comprehensive test plans to validate software functionality in various environments, including simulations and on-orbit testing. Utilize automated testing and continuous integration tools to maintain code quality and ensure robust software deployment. Infrastructure and Tools: Build and maintain robust infrastructure to support rapid development, testing, and deployment of software. Develop tools for monitoring and analyzing system performance, ensuring continuous improvement and reliability. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or a related field, or 2+ years of professional experience in software development. Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, Python, or similar. Experience with the full software development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing, and deployment. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline. 3+ years of professional experience in software development, particularly in aerospace, space, or data processing industries. Expertise in networking protocols (UDP, TCP/IP) and high-performance systems. Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, cross-functional environment. Compensation and Benefits: Starcloud offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including: Software Engineer/Level I: $120,000 - $145,000 per year Software Engineer/Level II: $140,000 - $170,000 per year Senior Software Engineer: $160,000 - $190,000 per year Potential for stock options, discretionary bonuses, and other long-term incentives. Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage. 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and paid parental leave. Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave Additional Requirements: Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to support critical project milestones. Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for authorization under U.S. export regulations. Equal Opportunity Employer: Starcloud is committed to fostering an inclusive and meritocratic workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview