Simplify Logo

Full-Time

Senior Devops Engineer II/ Lead

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Rocket Lab USA

Rocket Lab USA

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides launch services and spacecraft solutions

Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$110k - $180kAnnually

+ Company Stock + Cash Incentives + Employee Stock Purchase Program + Medical Insurance + Dental Insurance + Vision Insurance + 401(k) Retirement Plan + Paid Vacation + Paid Holidays + Paid Sick Leave + Paid Parental Leave + Discounts + Perks

Senior

Littleton, CO, USA

Lead a team of DevOps engineers based out of Long Beach, CA and Denver, CO.

US Citizenship Required

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure
DevOps Engineering
Required Skills
Kubernetes
Docker
Development Operations (DevOps)
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering or similar applicable engineering discipline
  • 8+ years of experience in a DevOps role or related software roles
  • Strong experience with Linux
  • Strong experience with Docker and Kubernetes
  • Experience building C/C++ Applications
Responsibilities
  • Lead a team of DevOps engineers based out of Long Beach, CA and Denver, CO
  • Work closely with embedded software teams to develop and improve our TeamCity build and test pipelines
  • Develop an API driven system to deploy binaries and other software artifacts on to spacecraft hardware for Flight, Hardware-in-the-loop, and FlatSat testing
  • Work closely with our ground software and mission operations teams to deploy and maintain flight control software in our operations control centers
  • Work with our Assembly Integration & Test (AI&T) team to integrate the spacecraft hardware into the Build and Test framework

Rocket Lab provides comprehensive space solutions, including launch services, spacecraft components, and satellite management. Their main products are the Electron launch vehicle, which is designed for small satellite launches, and the Photon satellite platform, which supports various missions, including those for NASA. The Electron rocket has gained popularity, becoming the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket since its debut in 2018, successfully delivering over 100 satellites into orbit for various sectors. Rocket Lab differentiates itself from competitors by offering a streamlined approach to accessing space, with multiple launch sites and a focus on affordability and reliability. The company's goal is to make space more accessible and to support a wide range of missions, from national security to scientific exploration.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$1.5B

Headquarters

Long Beach, California

Founded

2006

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

13%

1 year growth

33%

2 year growth

79%
Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The expansion in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with a $70 million investment and creation of 100 new jobs, indicates strong growth and job opportunities.
  • Significant investments from firms like Verus Capital Partners and Susquehanna Fundamental Investments reflect strong market confidence in Rocket Lab's future.
  • Government funding, including $41 million from the Chips Act and $44 million from New Mexico, bolsters Rocket Lab's financial stability and capacity for innovation.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape of the space industry, with major players like SpaceX, could pressure Rocket Lab to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • Delays or failures in the development of the Neutron launch vehicle could impact Rocket Lab's ability to capture larger payload markets.

What makes Rocket Lab USA unique

  • Rocket Lab's Electron launch vehicle is the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually, showcasing a proven track record of reliability and success.
  • The company's Photon spacecraft platform has been selected for high-profile NASA missions, including those to the Moon and Mars, setting it apart from competitors.
  • Rocket Lab's dual launch sites in New Zealand and Virginia provide operational flexibility and increased launch frequency, a strategic advantage over competitors with fewer launch sites.