Senior Software Engineer (Rust)

Senior Software Engineer (SatOS-Rust Team)

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer (Rust) to join our Sat OS team that develops the high‑level operating system for the spacecraft. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing software for our satellite systems, contributing to the expansion and enhancement of our space‑based payload execution and data collection capabilities. Ideal candidates will embrace the commercialisation of nanosatellite systems and adapt to low‑cost, fast‑paced systems design, development, and implementation methodologies that set Spire apart from our competition. In this fast‑paced environment, the design‑to‑launch cycle is measured in weeks and months, not years!

Location: Glasgow, UK; Munich, Germany; or Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.

What You’ll Do

• Develop services in Rust that interface with hardware integration layers using modern protocols.
• Implement communication interfaces between higher‑level processes, including ground‑to‑space commanding.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of fault‑tolerant systems to meet the demands of new customer missions.
• Collaborate closely with the Platform Engineering team to ensure optimal software‑hardware integration.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for APIs and system architectures.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our development processes and tools.
• Perform ground‑based testing and in‑orbit verification of new software services.
• Implement observability solutions for satellite‑side services.

Key Skills

• 7+ years' experience in professional software development.
• Proven experience in production‑grade software development using Rust.
• Proficiency in Python or equivalent high‑level language.
• Knowledge of Linux‑based development.
• Experience with inter‑process communication protocols (such as gRPC).
• Ability to communicate effectively with embedded software engineers.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with safety‑critical software systems in any industry.
• Knowledge of version control systems, particularly Git and GitHub.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with project management tools.
• Proficiency in scripting languages like Bash.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and systems.
• Knowledge of telemetry and command systems.
• Experience in implementing Fault Detection, Isolation, and Recovery (FDIR) systems for high‑level or embedded applications.

Tools and Technologies

• Rust, Python, Bash.
• gRPC (inter‑process communications).
• Version control using Git.

We value adaptability and a willingness to learn new tools and technologies as needed for the role.

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

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Spire is an equal‑opportunity employer and is 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.

All candidates who receive a conditional offer will be required to complete a background check, which may include criminal history and employment verification.

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