Full-Time
Senior Software Engineer
Infrastructure
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Astranis
201-500 employees
Develops low-cost telecommunications satellites
Compensation Overview
$150k - $220kAnnually
Senior
No H1B Sponsorship
San Francisco, CA, USA
US Citizenship Required
- 5+ years experience in Infrastructure and DevOps engineering
- Bachelor of Science in a related discipline (e.g. Information Technology, Computer Science)
- Strong systems programming knowledge in languages such as C or C++
- Experience with Python
- Experience with scaling build systems such as, but not limited to: Bazel, CMake, or Pants
- Experience with Git
- Experience developing a CI pipeline for software targeting in-house designed hardware
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Highly motivated, self-starting, and able to perform duties autonomously without much supervision
- Develop software tools to gain insights into mission-critical software performance and correctness.
- Maintain and streamline a CI pipeline integrating with a mix of real and simulated hardware.
- Automate release, deployment, and monitoring tooling for development and production systems.
- Lead initiatives that improve the speed and accuracy of software teams in developing space-worthy software.
- Implement and own the proliferation of metrics and performance tracking in development, CI, production, and mission contexts.
Astranis develops and deploys spacecraft for Geostationary Orbit, focusing on providing internet connectivity to the 4 billion people worldwide without access. The company designs, manufactures, and operates low-cost telecommunications satellites, offering bandwidth-as-a-service to commercial and government customers. This approach allows Astranis to deliver services at a lower cost than traditional providers, making it appealing for reaching new markets. With over $1 billion in satellite services sold in the past two years and plans for additional satellite launches, Astranis is positioned for growth. The company's goal is to bridge the digital divide and connect underserved populations globally.
Company Stage
Series D
Total Funding
$587.2M
Headquarters
San Francisco, California
Founded
2015
6 month growth
↑ 23%1 year growth
↑ 38%2 year growth
↑ 48%
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Astranis' recent $1 billion in satellite service sales and upcoming satellite launches indicate strong market demand and growth potential.
- The introduction of the Omega satellite, with its 50 Gbps throughput, positions Astranis as a leader in next-generation satellite communications.
- Partnerships with entities like the US Department of Defense and international companies like Thaicom highlight Astranis' expanding global footprint and credibility.
What critics are saying
- The competitive landscape, including major players like Starlink, poses a significant challenge to Astranis' market share.
- Delays or failures in satellite launches could impact service delivery and financial stability.
What makes Astranis unique
- Astranis' focus on low-cost, high-throughput telecommunications satellites for Geostationary Orbit sets it apart from competitors like Starlink, which primarily targets Low Earth Orbit.
- The company's bandwidth-as-a-service model offers a turnkey solution, making it more accessible and cost-effective for commercial and government clients.
- Astranis' ability to design, manufacture, and operate its own satellites allows for greater control over costs and service quality, unlike traditional satellite providers.
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Benefits
An equity stake in the company.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Unlimited vacation days.
Healthy, delicious, free lunch catered in every day.
Complementary OneMedical membership.
Great office chairs, stand-up desks, and a machine shop.
Reimbursement to spend on commuting from outside SF
Generous, fully-paid parental leave.