[Remote] Staff Software Engineer, Mission Management

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. BlackSky is a real-time intelligence company that operates a sophisticated space-based intelligence platform, providing satellite imagery and analytics to clients. They are seeking a Staff Software Engineer to develop and maintain software for mission management products, ensuring optimal autonomous operations of their satellite constellation.ResponsibilitiesDesign, implement, and maintain software for the components making up BlackSky’s mission management servicesParticipate in design reviews, code reviews, and team planning discussionsTake an active role in testing, debugging, and documenting implemented software functionalityProactively identify problems with requirements (lack of clarity, inconsistencies, technical limitations) and communicates these issues earlyInterface with mission planning, ground software, and platform engineers to plan and execute autonomous constellation operations software productsAssist with operational tasks to ensure stability in production environments and support ongoing constellation operations and customer fulfillment effortsSupport on-call rotations and troubleshooting of live system operations as neededSupport Launch and Early Operations of new satellitesOther job-related duties as assignedSkillsBachelor's or Master's degree or higher in one of the following fields: computer science, mathematics, physics, statistics, or another computational field or equivalent experienceA minimum of eight (8) years of relevant software development experienceFluency in Python, a strong understanding of Go, and comfortable using other languages when necessaryExpert knowledge of software design, maintenance, and implementation including data structures, data retrieval and storage, algorithm efficiency, and maintainable scalable codeDemonstrated initiative to identify and solve problems or inefficiencies in your current field of expertisePossess strong team and inter-team cooperation and organization skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong understanding of audienceAbility to sustain a workload consisting of several concurrent, independent activitiesThis position may support programs which require US citizenshipFamiliarity with satellite first principals such as orbital mechanics, attitude dynamics, and satellite systemsExpertise in software/hardware performance characteristicExperience with automation of complex systems (satellite, vehicle fleets, drones, etc.)Knowledge of geospatial systems or dataBenefitsMedical, dental, vision, disability, group term life and AD&D, voluntary life and AD&D insuranceBlackSky pays 100% of employee-only premiums for medical, dental and vision and contributes $100/month for out-of-pocket expenses!15 days of PTO, 11 Company holidays, four Floating Holidays (pro-rated based on hire date), one day of paid volunteerism leave per year, parental leave and more401(k) pre-tax and Roth deferral options with employer matchFlexible Spending AccountsEmployee Stock Purchase ProgramEmployee Assistance and Travel Assistance ProgramsEmployer matching donationsProfessional developmentMac or PC? Your choice!Awesome swagCompany OverviewBlackSky is a space-based intelligence company that delivers real-time imagery with global rapid revisit, analytics, and high-frequency monitoring of the most critical and strategic locations, economic assets, and events. It was founded in 2013, and is headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, US, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://www.blacksky.com/.