Quindar

Develop backend satellite operations software using Python and AWS, focusing on scalable, secure, and performant APIs. | 3+ years backend or full stack development experience, proficiency in Python, AWS, containerization, and API design. | Quindar Quindar builds modern, cloud-native satellite mission operations software with a simple mission: to operate satellites like servers. Our platform replaces fragmented, legacy ground systems with an integrated, automation-driven approach that brings modern software velocity to space operations. We're a small, fast-moving team with deep aerospace and software roots, energized by big challenges and motivated by the impact we have on real missions in this next chapter of the Space Age. If you want to work with sharp, ambitious people who push boundaries, move quickly, and are excited to take space operations to the next level, Quindar is the place to do it. What You’ll Be Doing You will be responsible for developing ground satellite operations software using Python and AWS services. Don't worry, you do not need to be an expert in satellites or understand space! Satellites are just flying servers you can connect to every 90 minutes but we connect to hundreds of them. You will develop APIs, integrate with AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, Fargate, and EKS with a focus on scalability, security, cost, and performance of the software. Working closely with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, you will implement new features and troubleshoot issues. Your strong knowledge of AWS services and best practices will enable you to optimize resource utilization and automate processes, ultimately contributing to the efficient and reliable operations of thousands of satellites. You will primarily be responsible for developing backend software capabilities, but the ideal candidate can contribute across backend software development, generative AI integrations, DevSecOps and CI/CD tooling, and software architecture design and maintenance. Day to day, you will be a part of the engineering team of frontend and backend engineers working in an Agile Scrum environment. Tech Skills - Proficiency in Python, GraphQL, Docker, and Terraform (or relevant Infrastructure-as-Code tools) - Experience designing, analyzing, and troubleshooting APIs of AI platforms such as OpenAI, Anthropic, and AskSage - Strong knowledge of containerized applications - Familiarity with Kubernetes cluster deployments - Experience with AWS services such as Lambda, ECS, EKS, CloudWatch, S3, EFS/EBS, EC2, and RDS - Fluency in collaborative development using Git with platforms like GitHub or GitLab Soft Skills - Deep technical analysis and troubleshooting skills - Independent self-starter; able to complete projects on time with minimal guidance - A high standard for software maintainability, quality, resilience, and performance - Strong cross-functional communication between frontend and backend engineers and product managers Background Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (or related field) - 3+ years professional experience in backend development, full stack development or other related role. Professional experience can be replaced with a self-starter who has drive, the technical skills, and is obsessed with their product. - U.S. Person status required – we are not able to sponsor visas at this time. - Ability to obtain U.S. Security Clearance ITAR REQUIREMENTS - To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. Why you'll love working at Quindar - We work in a cutting edge industry and you will get the opportunity to be part of a small team with a large direct impact on the success of our customers’ space missions! - We take work life balance very seriously. We require employees to take 15 days off but provide unlimited PTO and follow most US federal government holidays. - Mental health is just as important as physical so we provide quarterly health & wellness benefits. - Comprehensive health insurance for you and your family with 100% coverage for employees. - We encourage employees to save for retirement and provide 4% 401(k) matching. - Each quarter we have a 4-day company offsite. Previous locations include San Francisco, Nashville, Denver, Santa Fe, New Orleans, San Diego, Bozeman, and New York City. - Our culture and company is evolving. You will be key in creating the next major or minor version! Compensation Range: $120K - $180K

Develop and maintain backend services, APIs, and cloud-native applications for satellite operations and U.S. government programs. | Requires 4+ years backend/full-stack experience, Python and AWS proficiency, containerization, infrastructure as code, and active Secret clearance. | About Quindar Quindar builds modern software for satellite operations, helping teams operate spacecraft with greater speed, clarity, and reliability. We work at the intersection of aerospace, software, and operations, supporting customers who need dependable tools for complex, real-world missions. About the Role Quindar is hiring a Full Stack Engineer to develop ground satellite operations software using Python, AWS, and modern web technologies. In this role, you will support mission-unique software development for U.S. government programs, working across backend and frontend systems while also contributing to Quindar’s core product. You do not need to be a satellite expert to succeed here. We are looking for a strong software engineer who is excited to build reliable, scalable systems in a mission-driven environment. This is a hybrid role based in Arvada, CO. What You’ll Do Build and maintain backend services, APIs, and cloud-native applications for satellite operations workflows. Develop mission-specific software for U.S. government customers while contributing to Quindar’s core product platform. Design, integrate, and troubleshoot services using AWS technologies such as EC2, S3, RDS, Fargate, EKS, CloudWatch, S3, EFS/EBS, EC2, and RDS. Work across backend and frontend systems, including integration with React, TypeScript, GraphQL, and modern application frameworks. Improve the scalability, security, cost efficiency, reliability, and performance of software used in satellite operations. Build and support containerized and serverless architectures using tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, and CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with satellite operators, customers, product managers, frontend engineers, backend engineers, and other cross-functional partners to understand requirements and deliver new capabilities. Troubleshoot production issues, analyze system behavior, and improve maintainability, resilience, and observability over time. Automate development, deployment, and operational workflows to help teams move quickly and reliably. What We’re Looking For Active Secret clearance. 4+ years of professional experience in backend development, full-stack engineering, DevOps, or a related software engineering role. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience. Strong proficiency with Python and experience building production backend services. Experience designing, analyzing, and troubleshooting APIs, distributed systems, relational and NoSQL databases, caching systems, event-driven systems, and multi-tier architectures. Experience with AWS services and cloud-native development patterns. Hands-on experience with Docker, containerized applications, and Kubernetes systems. Experience with infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform or similar. Familiarity with JavaScript or TypeScript, with experience either developing full-stack or frontend software or closely integrating with frontend engineers. Experience with version control systems such as Git, GitHub, GitLab, or similar tools. Strong technical analysis, debugging, and troubleshooting skills. Ability to work independently, manage projects with minimal guidance, and deliver high-quality work on time. High standards for software maintainability, quality, resilience, security, and performance. Strong communication skills across engineering, product, customer, and operations stakeholders. Nice to Have Experience building React components in TypeScript. Experience with frameworks such as Next.js, Refine, or Vite. Experience with Kubernetes and AWS services such as EKS, ECS, CloudWatch, S3, EFS/EBS, EC2, and RDS. Experience building CI/CD pipelines, especially with GitHub Actions. Experience working on satellite operations, aerospace, defense, or government software systems. Demonstrated self-starting technical ownership, including building or deeply improving a product outside of a traditional professional role. Why You’ll Love Working at Quindar We work in a cutting edge industry and you will get the opportunity to be part of a small team with a large direct impact on the success of our customers’ space missions! We take work life balance very seriously. We require employees to take 15 days off but provide unlimited PTO and follow most US federal government holidays. Mental health is just as important as physical so we provide quarterly health & wellness benefits. Comprehensive health insurance for you and your family with 100% coverage for employees. We encourage employees to save for retirement and provide 4% 401(k) matching. Each year we have a 4-day company offsite. Previous locations include San Francisco, Nashville, Denver, Santa Fe, New Orleans, San Diego, Bozeman, and New York City. Our culture and company is evolving. You will be key in creating the next major or minor version!

Develop and maintain scalable backend satellite operations software using Python and AWS services. | 3+ years backend development experience, proficiency with Python, AWS, containerization, API design, and strong cross-functional communication. | Quindar Quindar builds modern, cloud-native satellite mission operations software with a simple mission: to operate satellites like servers. Our platform replaces fragmented, legacy ground systems with an integrated, automation-driven approach that brings modern software velocity to space operations. We're a small, fast-moving team with deep aerospace and software roots, energized by big challenges and motivated by the impact we have on real missions in this next chapter of the Space Age. If you want to work with sharp, ambitious people who push boundaries, move quickly, and are excited to take space operations to the next level, Quindar is the place to do it. What You’ll Be Doing 👨‍💻👩‍💻 🛰 🛰 You will be responsible for developing ground satellite operations software using Python and AWS services. Don't worry, you do not need to be an expert in satellites or understand space! Satellites are just flying servers you can connect to every 90 minutes but we connect to hundreds of them. You will develop APIs, integrate with AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, Fargate, and EKS with a focus on scalability, security, cost, and performance of the software. Working closely with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, you will implement new features and troubleshoot issues. Your strong knowledge of AWS services and best practices will enable you to optimize resource utilization and automate processes, ultimately contributing to the efficient and reliable operations of thousands of satellites. You will primarily be responsible for developing backend software capabilities, but the ideal candidate can contribute across backend software development, generative AI integrations, DevSecOps and CI/CD tooling, and software architecture design and maintenance. Day to day, you will be a part of the engineering team of frontend and backend engineers working in an Agile Scrum environment. Tech Skills Proficiency in Python, GraphQL, Docker, and Terraform (or relevant Infrastructure-as-Code tools) Experience designing, analyzing, and troubleshooting APIs of AI platforms such as OpenAI, Anthropic, and AskSage Strong knowledge of containerized applications Familiarity with Kubernetes cluster deployments Experience with AWS services such as Lambda, ECS, EKS, CloudWatch, S3, EFS/EBS, EC2, and RDS Fluency in collaborative development using Git with platforms like GitHub or GitLab Soft Skills Deep technical analysis and troubleshooting skills Independent self-starter; able to complete projects on time with minimal guidance A high standard for software maintainability, quality, resilience, and performance Strong cross-functional communication between frontend and backend engineers and product managers Background Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (or related field) 3+ years professional experience in backend development, full stack development or other related role. Professional experience can be replaced with a self-starter who has drive, the technical skills, and is obsessed with their product. U.S. Person status required - we are not able to sponsor visas at this time. Ability to obtain U.S. Security Clearance ITAR REQUIREMENTS To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. Why you'll love working at Quindar We work in a cutting edge industry and you will get the opportunity to be part of a small team with a large direct impact on the success of our customers’ space missions! We take work life balance very seriously. We require employees to take 15 days off but provide unlimited PTO and follow most US federal government holidays. Mental health is just as important as physical so we provide quarterly health & wellness benefits. Comprehensive health insurance for you and your family with 100% coverage for employees. We encourage employees to save for retirement and provide 4% 401(k) matching. Each year we have a 4-day company offsite. Previous locations include San Francisco, Nashville, Denver, Santa Fe, New Orleans, San Diego, Bozeman, and New York City. Our culture and company is evolving. You will be key in creating the next major or minor version!

Lead design and development of scalable backend systems for satellite mission planning and operations. | Senior backend engineer with Python proficiency, experience in distributed systems, algorithm development, and aerospace or physics-based modeling. | Software Engineer, Flight + Plan What You’ll Be Doing 👨‍💻👩‍💻🛰️ As a Software Engineer on the Flight + Plan team, you will lead the design and development of scalable systems that power satellite modeling, mission planning, operational automation, and flight dynamics workflows across Quindar’s platform. You’ll work primarily in Python to architect and implement high-performance backend systems capable of supporting real-world spacecraft operations in production environments. This includes building and validating algorithms, integrating cloud-native services, and developing infrastructure that scales from single missions to large satellite constellations. This role sits at the intersection of aerospace engineering and modern software infrastructure. You’ll collaborate closely with flight dynamics engineers, operators, frontend engineers, and product leadership to turn complex operational requirements into resilient, maintainable systems. Success in this role requires more than strong implementation skills. We’re looking for engineers who actively seek leverage through automation and who are enthusiastic about integrating AI tools, coding agents, and AI-assisted workflows into their daily practice. At Quindar, we believe modern engineering teams should use AI to accelerate development, improve validation depth, reduce operational friction, and raise the overall quality bar across the platform. In this role, you will: Lead the design and implementation of backend systems supporting mission planning, satellite operations, and flight engineering workflows Develop and validate algorithms related to optimization, orbit propagation, scheduling, sensor fusion, or operational automation Build APIs and distributed services that integrate with cloud infrastructure and operational tooling Improve system scalability, reliability, observability, and performance across mission-critical workflows Use automation and AI-assisted engineering practices to improve developer productivity, testing depth, debugging efficiency, and operational insight Collaborate cross-functionally with aerospace engineers, operators, frontend engineers, and product managers to deliver operationally robust solutions Help shape engineering standards, technical direction, and architectural decisions across the Flight + Plan domain Mentor engineers and contribute to a strong culture of ownership, iteration, and technical excellence Technical Skills Required Strong proficiency in Python and experience with Java (C++, Rust, or other systems languages are a plus) Deep experience building scalable backend or distributed systems in production environments Experience developing software that models complex mathematical, aerospace, or physics-based systems Applied experience developing or validating algorithms for optimization, mission planning, orbit determination, scheduling, or sensor fusion Strong understanding of software architecture, performance optimization, reliability, and modern engineering best practices Experience designing, analyzing, and troubleshooting: Hands-on experience with AWS services such as: Experience with CI/CD systems and modern git-based workflows Enthusiasm for using AI-assisted engineering tools and automation to improve development velocity and software quality What Makes You Stand Out You use automation and AI to increase engineering leverage and system quality — not just move faster You thrive in ambiguous, highly technical problem spaces and can independently drive solutions from concept to production You balance long-term architectural thinking with rapid execution You communicate clearly across software, aerospace, and operational teams You maintain high standards for reliability, maintainability, observability, and operational readiness You naturally take ownership and help raise the technical bar for the team around you Background Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field 6-10+ years of professional experience in backend engineering, distributed systems, mission planning systems, modeling & simulation, or related technical domains Equivalent hands-on experience from an exceptional self-starter with deep technical expertise will also be considered Experience operating or supporting mission-critical production systems preferred Active U.S. Security Clearance preferred but not required ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. Why you'll love working at Quindar We work in a cutting edge industry and you will get the opportunity to be part of a small team with a large direct impact on the success of our customers’ space missions! We take work life balance very seriously. We require employees to take 15 days off but provide unlimited PTO and follow most US federal government holidays. Mental health is just as important as physical so we provide quarterly health & wellness benefits. Comprehensive health insurance for you and your family with 100% coverage for employees. We encourage employees to save for retirement and provide 4% 401(k) matching. Each year we have a 4-day company offsite. Previous locations include San Francisco, Nashville, Denver, Santa Fe, New Orleans, San Diego, Bozeman, and New York City. Our culture and company is evolving. You will be key in creating the next major or minor version!