Mathematical Software Engineer

About the Position

We are seeking a skilled Mathematical Software Engineer to enhance our ground-based systems for critical scheduling capability. Planning and scheduling tasks across our complex nanosatellite constellation and ground station network is critical to Spire’s business success. These tasks include radio communication between space and ground as well as orbital maneuvers to hold positional goals, including converging on and holding multi-satellite formations.

Responsibilities

As a Mathematical Software Engineer, you will:

• Develop new scheduling capabilities such as new types of orbital maneuver planning, or ground-system contact scheduling strategies.
• Iterate on features based on stakeholder feedback and evolving requirements from the business.
• Build and refine observability dashboards and alerts.
• Support live operations of constellation scheduling software.
• Improve the team's development environment and processes.
• Investigate and mitigate issues that arise in production systems.

Requirements

• Strong mathematics or modelling systems skills
• Proven ability to write robust software applications
• Comfort working in a dynamic environment while delivering on evolving requirements
• Solid understanding of software practices such as version control, testing, debugging, and build systems.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Mathematics, or similar discipline

Nice to Have

• Programming in Rust (our primary language) or other compiled languages
• Combinatorial optimization and/or mixed integer programming
• Orbital mechanics and maneuver planning
• Experience in the space industry
• Cloud / containerization technologies such as AWS, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, microservices.

We Offer

Spire operates a hybrid work model, and this position will require you to work a minimum of three days per week in the office.

Global Perks

• Name Your Satellite Program (NYSP)
• Launch Attendance
• Generous Time Off Policy
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Family Leave
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Healthy snacks & beverages in every office

About the Company

We improve life on Earth with data from space.

Spire Global is a space-to-cloud analytics company that owns and operates the largest multi-purpose constellation of satellites. Its proprietary data and algorithms provide the most advanced maritime, aviation, and weather tracking in the world. In addition to its constellation, Spire’s data infrastructure includes a global ground station network and 24/7 operations that provide real-time global coverage of every point on Earth.

Spire is Global and our success draws upon the diverse viewpoints, skills, and experiences of our employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.

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