Job Details

Overview

Backend Engineer at Quindar

This range is provided by Quindar. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

What You'll Be Doing

• You will be responsible for developing ground satellite operations software using Python and AWS services. Satellites are connected to as often as every 90 minutes; you will work with hundreds of satellites in this context.
• You will develop Python microservices deployed either to the cloud or to on-premise environments with a focus on scalability, security, cost, and performance of the software.
• You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including satellite operators and other software engineers, to understand requirements, implement new features, and troubleshoot issues.
• Your strong knowledge of Kubernetes, AWS services, and software development best practices will help optimize resource utilization and automate processes, contributing to the efficient and reliable operations of thousands of satellites.
• You will primarily be responsible for developing backend software capabilities, with the possibility to contribute to DevSecOps and CI/CD tooling, and software architecture design and maintenance.
• This is a hybrid role with 2 days in office in Irvine, Seattle, or Arvada. Candidates will also be considered in the greater Washington D.C area. The role supports a flexible schedule with substantial remote work.

Tech Skills

• Proficiency in Python and Java or C++
• Experience deploying and maintaining software in Kubernetes
• Experience with AWS services such as Lambda, ECS, EKS, CloudWatch, S3, EFS/EBS, EC2, and RDS
• Strong knowledge of containerized applications and serverless architecture
• Strong knowledge of designing, analyzing, and troubleshooting APIs services, distributed NoSQL and relational databases, caching systems, event-driven and multi-tier architectures
• Strong knowledge of task automation and CI/CD pipeline building with GitHub or GitLab
• Familiarity with Git and GitLab or similar framework for version control

Soft Skills

• Deep technical analysis and troubleshooting skills
• Independent self-starter; able to complete projects on time with minimal guidance
• A high standard for software maintainability, quality, resilience, and performance
• Strong cross-functional communication between frontend, backend engineers and product managers

Background Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (or related field)
• 4+ years [professional] experience in backend development, DevOps, or related role. Professional experience can be replaced with a self-starter who has drive, the technical skills, and is obsessed with the product.
• Active (preferred) or previously held U.S. Security Clearance (TS/SCI)

Why you'll love working at Quindar

• We take work life balance very seriously. We require employees to take 15 days off but provide unlimited PTO and follow most US federal government holidays.
• Mental health is just as important as physical so we provide quarterly health & wellness benefits.
• Comprehensive health insurance for you and your family with 100% coverage for employees.
• We encourage employees to save for retirement and provide 4% 401(k) matching.
• Each quarter we have a 4-day company offsite at various locations.
• Our culture and company is evolving. You will be key in creating the next major version of our product.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Software Development

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