Software Development Engineer

Are you looking for a new opportunity to take your career to a higher orbit? To join an international group with a successful track record in Space Engineering? A job adapted to your career ambitions and in which you could have an impact for the years to come?

We are looking for a Software Development Engineer to work in the city of Darmstadt, Germany.

Tasks and Activities

The scope of work will include:

• Working on a range of challenging projects, as one of the key software engineers developing systems for space applications in fields such as operations preparation and support, automated monitoring and control of spacecraft, and ground segment data processing.
• Participating in the development of Ground Segment systems for current and future satellite missions for our customers in the European space industry.

Skills and Experience

The following skills and experience are mandatory:

• University degree in software engineering or equivalent, with at least 3 years of demonstrated experience in software engineering.
• Knowledge of object-oriented and service-oriented design techniques.
• Hands-on experience in the following:
  • Java
  • Eclipse IDE
  • Automated Testing Frameworks (Junit, Mockito…)
  • REST Interfaces Implementation Technologies
  • Continuous Integration using Maven, Jenkins, Nexus and GIT
  • Linux
• Knowledge of technical document writing – notably, user requirements, design documentation, and test documentation.
• A dynamic and proactive attitude, with a strong commitment to the ongoing development and quality of the Starion products.
• Excellent communication skills, with very good written and spoken English.

The following skills and experience would be highly desirable:

• Experience using:
  • User interface design (RCP, Angular, React, Vue)
  • C++ development experience
  • Docker and/or Kubernetes configuration and deployment.
• Specific space domain knowledge, in particular:
  • Space system engineering and design methodologies
  • EGS-CC or SCOS-2000 mission control system
  • ECSS standards
  • CCSDS packet and MO standards

Why should you apply?

• You will have the opportunity to work within a major institution.
• We encourage everyone to think outside the box and to push the boundaries of traditional knowledge. This role is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking company and allows for a deeper understanding of the industry.
• Benefits include: competitive remuneration packages; unique career opportunities, including working in other countries; personalized training and development programmes; flexible relocation support.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, all genders, LGBTQ+ individuals and ex-service personnel.