Senior Software Developer, Bellevue, Washington

About Xplore:

Xplore is at the forefront of the next space revolution. Xplore is operating remote sensing satellites with advanced hyperspectral sensors and edge computing systems designed to deliver a new class of innovative and affordable space data products and edge computing services. If you are a builder and want to join Xplore and be part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of remote sensing and shaping the future of edge computing in space.

The Choice Is Yours: At Xplore, you have the rare opportunity to shape software that connects Xplore to space via our satellites, ground stations, edge compute systems, and the cloud. Be part of our agile team, where your contributions matter, vs. working in role for a large corporation where decisions are out of your hands.

Position Description:

As a Senior Software Developer, you will play a key role in developing and scaling the software that powers our satellite operations, data processing pipelines, and integrations with global ground station networks. You will be responsible for building robust, scalable systems that support satellite tasking, telemetry, data automation, and image processing workflows. You’ll take ownership of complex technical challenges, ensuring high performance, reliability, and efficiency in delivering space-based data solutions.
In-Person 5 Days/week from our Bellevue, WA office.

• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Aerospace, Data Science, or a related field.
• Professional Experience: At least 5 years of hands-on experience in software development, focusing on cloud-native applications, distributed systems, and backend infrastructure.
• Proficiency in AWS and Kubernetes, with hands-on experience in deploying, managing, and scaling containerized applications using Kubernetes on AWS ECS (or EKS). Strong foundation in DevOps automation, microservices architectures, real-time data pipelines, and cloud infrastructure, with expertise in Ruby on Rails, Node.js, and React.
• System Architecture Knowledge: Strong background in designing, scaling, and optimizing cloud-based infrastructure, particularly using Kafka (Confluent Cloud), event-driven systems, and high-volume data processing.
• Ownership & Execution: Ability to independently lead development efforts, ship high-quality code, and manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident to comply with U.S. government regulations.

• Deep Ruby on Rails Experience: Expertise in building large-scale applications with RoR.
• Experience in Rust would be great but not mandatory
• Image processing experience
• Astrodynamics, GNC, or physics experience for satellite simulations

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is $140K-$160K

Stock Option Plan
The company offers an equity incentive plan for qualified full-time employees.

Health Care Plan
Employees (and their families) can be covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. The HSA qualified plan is for full-time employees working 30 hours or more per week.

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Full time employees earn PTO at a rate of 1.33 days per month. There are a minimum of 13 paid holidays each year for full-time employees.

Company Culture

Our company and culture is designed around smart, fun-loving individuals who: 

·      Enjoy building, launching, and operating in the space industry

·      Love being surrounded by "A" players who bring their all to the job

·      Take pride in the work created, are self-driven and naturally wired for performance 

·      Embrace challenges and find solutions working with other talented, innovative and collaborative team members

At the office we drive each other to be the best engineers and builders we can be. After hours, our minds don't stop working – space is exciting and we share ideas and keep the conversation going as new ideas strike.

Xplore folks enjoy intellectual and physical challenges - build flight-worthy aircraft, make hand-crafted furniture, build massive LEGO sets, capture award-winning photos in the National Parks, and more. 

Come join us!

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EEO/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Xplore is an equal opportunity employer; employment with Xplore is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This employer participates in E-Verify. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. All persons hired will be required to be a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or 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.