Cowboyspace

Sr. Software Engineer

San Carlos, California · Senior

Work authorization required$150k-$200kDetected 72 days ago

PythonRustC++Distributed SystemsData StructuresAlgorithmsCode ReviewCI/CDLinuxEmbedded SystemsRoboticsControlsTest AutomationTCP/IPCommunication

About the role

You will work across the stack-from flight and mission software to ground systems and simulation tools-contributing to software that operates in highly constrained, high-reliability environments.
This is a high-growth role with the opportunity to gain ownership quickly and work closely with experienced engineers across hardware and software.

Design, develop, and rigorously test high-reliability, low-latency flight software for our space-based compute platform and satellite subsystems.
Implement and maintain critical mission software for on-orbit operation, including command and data handling (C&DH), fault detection, isolation, and recovery (FDIR), and secure communications.
Develop software for ground systems, simulation environments, and hardware-in-the-loop testing to support integration, validation, and on-orbit operations.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware, GNC (Guidance, Navigation, and Control), and constellation operations, to define and implement software interfaces and ensure seamless system-level functionality.
Maintain detailed technical documentation, including software design documents, interface control documents, and comprehensive test plans.
Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and implement continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines to ensure the robustness and safe deployment of flight and ground software.
Cowboy Space Corp. is building the infrastructure to power and connect the orbital economy.
We're moving quickly to solve complex technical challenges and build a new category of space infrastructure.

5+ years of experience in software engineering (internships and relevant projects count)
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field
Proficiency in at least one systems-level language (C++, Python, or Rust)

Proven experience working with real-time systems, multithreading, or concurrency in production environments
Deep familiarity with Linux systems, including debugging, profiling, and performance tuning
Experience with simulation environments or software interacting with physical systems (robotics, aerospace, automotive)
Exposure to control systems, GNC, or autonomy stacks in a practical setting (not just academic)
Experience working on high-reliability or safety-critical systems with strong testing and validation practices
Experience designing or maintaining CI/CD pipelines for complex systems (including automated testing, integration with hardware or simulation environments, and safe deployment practices)
10 paid holidays per calendar year
Relocation assistance if applicable

Founded in 2024 by Baiju Bhatt (co-founder of Robinhood), Cowboy Space Corp. is backed by leading investors and built by a team from top aerospace and defense organizations.
We are looking for a Software Engineer to help build critical systems that power our space-based compute platform.

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