Senior Software Engineer, Backend in United States

About Loft

Loft Federal is dedicated to providing the US national security space community with a rapid, affordable, and simplified pathway to orbit for any small satellite mission. We are a US-incorporated, wholly-owned subsidiary of Loft Orbital Solutions, Inc.

At Loft, we empower our team members with autonomy and ownership to tackle significant challenges, all while fostering a close-knit and supportive team environment. We believe that diversity, community, and inclusivity are the cornerstones of an open culture. We place significant value on kind, supportive, and team-oriented comrades with phenomenal problem-solving and communication skills.

Are you ready to embark on this exciting journey with us?

Ready to join the adventure?

Loft Orbital is looking for a cleared Backend Engineer to join our Loft Federal team. This developer will help configure and customize Cockpit (Loft's satellite operations software) for our DoD customers, in addition to developing micro-services that enable the command and control of our space infrastructure. The position will be collaborative, regularly interfacing with our ground software, flight software and other teams.

This is an exciting opportunity as it is working on cutting edge technology, helping build modern automated space infrastructure, where software is the center piece. As well as developing our future systems, the role will also be working on real-time issues on live missions, helping to solve problems as they occur. On top of this we also offer SatDevOps training to enable this person to actually operate our spacecraft!

The stack we are using: Python, Django, GraphQL, Kubernetes, Cue, C++

The Role

• Configuring and customizing Cockpit (Loft's satellite operations software) to enable DoD missions
• Design the tools for operations, autopilot, activities
• Sending commands and telemetry
• Writing code - developing our services
• Interfacing with FSW/ESW/AIT teams
• Provide support with using ground software (Cockpit) internally
• Spacecraft Ops - everybody is involved

Must Haves

• Python
• Docker
• Web development backend frameworks experience
• API design
• US Citizenship required
• Required: active DoD Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret clearance. Active Top Secret clearance with experience in (last 2 years) or active Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) strongly desired.
• Preferred: Current in-scope DoD SECRET background investigation with at least 3 years of eligibility remaining, or Continuous Evaluation (CE) status, with willingness and ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance
• Preferred: DoD or Intelligence Community Top Secret background investigation with at least 3 years of eligibility remaining or CE status; and SCI eligibility with current experience in SCI programs, other control systems, and/or Special Access Programs

Nice-to-Haves

• Django
• GraphQL
• Database interactions
• Kubernetes
• Influx/Timescale DB

Our Benefits

• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with a 100% company-paid option for employees and their dependents; Tax Deferred Programs, such as Flexible Spending (FSA) and Health Savings (HSA) Accounts, with an employer contribution to the HSA; 100% employer-paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Fertility Planning and Care Assistance through Carrot Fertility, which provides comprehensive, inclusive fertility healthcare and family-forming benefits with financial support
• Financial Benefits: 401(k); Equity; Employee Referral Program; Relocation assistance, if applicable
• Paid Leave: Flexible Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement); 12 Paid Holidays; Fully-paid Parental Leave (14 weeks for birthing parents; 10 weeks for non-birthing parents); Working Parents Support
• Other Perks: Daily catered lunches and snacks; International exposure to our team in France; Company off-sites, and many social events and celebrations

$130,000 - $190,000 a year commensurate on experience

Per Colorado law, we are required to disclose the base compensation range for this role, which is $130,000 - $190,000 per year. This range is intentionally wide as we assess individuals based on their unique abilities and experience to find the best fit for our needs. Ultimately, your compensation will be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, you will find a truly remarkable culture guided by transparency and collaboration and work that is challenging and meaningful. We can't wait to meet you and see what you may add to our team!

We are an equal opportunity employer. You will be considered for employment without attention to race, age, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or pregnancy.

Research shows that while men apply to jobs where they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized people tend to only apply when they meet 100% of the qualifications. At Loft, we value respectful debate and people who aren’t afraid to challenge assumptions. We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don’t ‘check all the boxes'.