Intuitive Machines · 2 months ago
Fullstack Software Developer
Intuitive Machines is an innovative and cutting-edge space company making cislunar space accessible to both public and private customers. The Full Stack Software Developer plays a crucial role in developing, designing, and maintaining web applications that support lunar research, satellite operations, and scientific data visualization.
AerospaceAnalyticsSpace TravelTransportation
Responsibilities
Develop interactive web applications and features using Ruby on Rails or equivalent technology with a focus on clean, user-friendly, maintainable architecture
Build highly responsive and accessible front-end interfaces using modern JavaScript libraries/frameworks such as Hotwire, Stimulus.js, or Vue / React
Design and consume robust RESTful APIs to support data delivery and client-side interaction
Implement and extend web-based GIS tools (e.g., OpenLayers, CesiumJS) to visualize planetary science datasets with custom projections and optimize data processing for visualization
Modernize legacy applications and migrate functionality into current technology stacks
Write command-line tools and scripts for asset management, data manipulation, and automation processes
Apply version control workflows and best practices in collaborative development environments
Analyze and optimize application performance, load times, and data interactions
Support cross-functional teams, including System Admins, Scientists, and Satellite Operations Engineers
Document code, processes, and systems to ensure knowledge transfer and maintenance sustainability
Qualification
Required
Proficiency in MVC web frameworks (Ruby on Rails preferred; experience with Django, Laravel, or other MVC frameworks is valuable)
Experience working with and developing RESTful APIs, especially for data-rich applications
Understanding of relational databases, including designing comprehensive database schemas (tables, relationships, keys, constraints), data modeling, writing efficient queries, and performing CRUD operations within web applications
PostgreSQL preferred; experience with SQLite, MySQL, or other relational databases is ok
Extensive experience with modern front-end technologies such as Vue.js, Stimulus.js, Hotwire, and CSS frameworks like Bootstrap and Tailwind CSS
Strong front-end design sensibilities, including understanding of effective user interface design principles such as modern web semantics, visual hierarchy, whitespace utilization, and color theory
Ability to create data-rich layouts that effectively present data to end users and translate complex requirements into intuitive and responsive user interfaces
Proficiency with Git, GitHub, and experience with collaborative development workflows
Experience with manual and automated testing methodologies for web applications
Detailed knowledge of modern troubleshooting intuition and methodologies
Comfortable with command-line tools, scripting practices, and automation methods
Comfortable working in Linux and Mac environments
Strong written and verbal communication abilities for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams
Ability to translate high-level business requirements into robust technical solutions that meet user needs and expectations
Self-driven and resourceful approach to solving technical challenges independently before escalating issues
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a closely related discipline; OR equivalent 4+ years of directly relevant technical experience in addition to required qualifications
Preferred
Experience with Ruby on Rails 7+
Knowledge of advanced SQL techniques beyond basic CRUD operations, such as Common Table Expressions (CTEs), window functions, query optimization, etc
Experience with spatial data formats, coordinate systems, and rendering techniques using GIS tools
Experience with 3D rendering and imagery tools (e.g., WebGL, Three.js, CesiumJS)
Familiarity with scientific APIs (SPICE/NAIF, PDS, etc.) and/or large-scale remote sensing data
Knowledge of Agile methodologies
Interest in space exploration and planetary science
Company
Intuitive Machines
Intuitive Machines is a space exploration company that provides infrastructure and services to support lunar and other space missions.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$444.45MKey Investors
Texas Space CommissionMaryland Department of CommerceNASA
2025-08-13Post Ipo Debt· $300M
2025-04-29Grant· $10M
2025-02-19Grant· $0.2M
Recent News
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