Software Engineer

Starfish Space Inc. is building autonomous capabilities for its Otter satellite servicing vehicle, and is looking for a software engineer to help develop and validate the software that powers an autonomous space environment. This onsite role in Tukwila, WA supports simulation-driven development, cloud-based workflows, and integration work with satellite compute hardware.

Compensation: $100,000 - $180,000 per year

Responsibilities

• Develop space environment simulation software and infrastructure to support refinement of autonomous software
• Build and maintain cloud infrastructure used for simulation and related workflows
• Automate simulation analysis to improve iteration speed and results review
• Support integrations with satellite compute hardware as systems develop

Requirements

• US person requirement: must be a US citizen or permanent resident
• Willing to work onsite from Tukwila, Washington
• Education or experience in software development
• Capable of working in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment

Desired Experience

• B.S. degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a similar field
• Working knowledge of Python and C++
• Previous experience with numerical simulations

Technologies

• Python
• C++

ITAR Requirements

This role requires conformance with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.