Senior Backend Software Engineer (Remote)
Toronto, Ontario
Engineering & Development – Software /
Full-time Regular /
Kepler is on an audacious mission: to bring the internet to space. Founded in 2015, our ambition is to provide internet connectivity in space, whether in LEO, MEO, GEO, or beyond. With an expanding base of early customers and our first 23 satellites in orbit, Kepler is continuing to grow and expand its most important asset – the Team!
We’re on the hunt for a top-tier Software Developer who will have the opportunity to work on a variety of tasks, supporting the development and testing of our satellites, mission control software, and product offerings.
Option to work from home (100% remote) available.
#LI-REMOTE
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop reliable, high quality software related to:
- Kepler satellite network infrastructure
- IoT application infrastructure
- Global Data Service infrastructure
- Mission control software and automation
- Hardware and software test infrastructure and automation
- Writing thorough tests and documentation
Requirements:
- Minimum 6+ years of Python experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent
- Strong software design and development skills, including algorithms, testing and debugging
- Experience working with relational databases
- Ability to operate in a Linux based environment
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to effectively use git
Bonus Points:
- Post-graduate degree in a relevant field
- Relevant experience with hobbies or University design team
- C/C++ development experience
- Experience working with relational databases
- Familiarity with Python development tools such as pytest/unittest, setuptools, SWIG, and C-extensions
- Experience with build and deployment tools like Make, Docker, and Ansible
- Strong knowledge of computer networking and modern networking protocols, especially delay-tolerant networking
Kepler Communications Inc. is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from: women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, visible minorities, people who identify as LGBT and others who may contribute to diversification in our workplace.
As part of our commitment to accessibility for all persons with disabilities, Kepler will, upon the request of the applicant, provide accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact our People & Culture team, through our Career Page to make your accommodation needs known and we will consult with you to ensure suitable accommodation is provided.
