Kepler Communications Inc. · 16 hours ago
Senior Software Developer - Backend
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
6+ years expKepler Communications Inc. is leading the future of on-demand space connectivity by providing real-time Internet access for space-based assets. They are seeking a Senior Software Developer responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance backend services and infrastructure to support satellite operations and mission control software.
Telecom & CommunicationsAerospaceSatellite CommunicationTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Design and develop reliable, high-quality software related to operating Kepler’s satellite network infrastructure and mission control software automation
Ensuring system performance, security, and high availability through best practices
Collaborate with satellite operators, product managers, and customers to deliver mission critical ground systems
Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines to streamline deployment and improve development workflows
Monitor system health, troubleshoot issues, and proactively implement improvements
Help develop roadmaps and long-term technical plans for Kepler’s ground segment
Mentor junior developers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence
Qualification
Required
Minimum 6+ years of Python experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent
Strong software design and development skills, including algorithms, system architecture, testing and debugging
Expertise in building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins
Experience with containerized software (Docker, Kubernetes, K8s) and infrastructure-as-code (Ansible, Terraform, etc.)
Ability to operate in a Linux based environment
Ability to effectively use git
Excellent communication skills
Preferred
Post-graduate degree in a relevant field
Experience with architecting and deploying on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.)
Proficiency in SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, etc.)
Familiarity with Python development tools such as uv, pytest/unittest, setuptools, SWIG, and C-extensions
Strong knowledge of computer networking and modern networking protocols, especially delay-tolerant networking
Experience with event-driven architectures (Apache Pulsar, AWS SNS/SQS, Kafka, RabbitMQ)
Familiarity with observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, TimescaleDB, ELK stack)
Knowledge of security best practices in software development
Benefits
Competitive compensation with a robust equity plan to share in our success.
Comprehensive coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance —including dependents.
Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave policy, and company-wide holiday shutdown.
Semi-annual company-wide parties and frequent in-office team events.
Relocation packages available for approved roles.
$1,500 annual professional development fund to support your growth.
Fully stocked Toronto office kitchen with snacks, drinks, games and top-notch kitchen appliances.
Town Halls, Celebration Calls, and Company-wide events to stay connected and engaged.
We’re a certified Great Place to Work ®, five years in a row!
Company
Kepler Communications Inc.
We are delivering on-orbit data at lightspeed with a constellation of satellites designed to act as Internet exchange points for space-to-space data relay.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$177.06MKey Investors
IA VenturesTribe CapitalFedDev
2023-04-13Series C· $92M
2021-06-09Series B· $60M
2021-04-29Series B
Leadership Team
Mina Mitry
Co Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Dan Budlovsky
Chief Financial Officer
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