Software Designer, Kepler

Backend

Salary not provided

SQL

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

Python

Kafka

Linux

Postgres

Terraform

ELK

Jenkins

Ansible

Azure

RabbitMQ

Prometheus

Grafana

Git

DynamoDB

Senior and Expert level

Remote from Canada, Europe, UK, US

Satellite communications company

Open for applications

Satellite communications company

101-200 employees

B2BEnterpriseCommunicationInternet of ThingsTelecommunicationsAerospace

Open for applications

Salary not provided

SQL

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

Python

Kafka

Linux

Postgres

Terraform

ELK

Jenkins

Ansible

Azure

RabbitMQ

Prometheus

Grafana

Git

DynamoDB

Senior and Expert level

Remote from Canada, Europe, UK, US

101-200 employees

B2BEnterpriseCommunicationInternet of ThingsTelecommunicationsAerospace

Company mission

To build the internet for space.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

Minimum 6+ years of Python experience
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent
Strong software design and development skills, including algorithms, system architecture, testing and debugging
Expertise in building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins
Experience with containerized software (Docker, Kubernetes, K8s) and infrastructure-as-code (Ansible, Terraform, etc.)
Ability to operate in a Linux based environment
Ability to effectively use git
Excellent communication skills

Desirable

Experience with deploying on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.)
Familiarityin SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, etc.)
Familiarity with Python development tools such as uv, pytest/unittest, setuptools, SWIG, and C-extensions
Knowledge of computer networking and modern networking protocols, especially delay-tolerant networking
Familiarity with event-driven architectures (Apache Pulsar, AWS SNS/SQS, Kafka, RabbitMQ)
Familiarity with observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, TimescaleDB, ELK stack)

What the job involves

We’re on the hunt for a top-tier Software Designer who will be responsible for developing and maintaining high-performance backend services and infrastructure
You will work closely with cross-functional teams to build scalable applications that support the development, testing, and operation of our satellites and mission control software
Design and develop reliable, high-quality software related to operating Kepler’s satellite network infrastructure and mission control software automation
Ensuring system performance, security, and high availability through best practices
Collaborate with satellite operators, product managers, and customers to deliver mission critical ground systems
Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines to streamline deployment and improve development workflows
Monitor system health, troubleshoot issues, and proactively implement improvements

Our take

Low Earth Orbit satellites pass over Earth once every 90 minutes, passing data and communications through radio waves. Kepler, which was founded by Alumni of the University of Toronto’s aerospace community, responds to the opinion that these small daily intervals are not enough, as the need for the internet outside of Earth is set to become more prevalent.

Kepler has 23 satellites in low-Earth orbit, with plans for a future network of over 100. Its satellite technology sets the company apart, as they are much smaller and cheaper than traditional alternatives. It mainly serves the maritime and aviation industries, as well as governments.

An influx of funding has enabled Kepler to grow, with its latest funding round bringing its total to over $200M. While it planned to launch its optical data relay network in 2024, it's not yet operational, it has, however, successfully tested optical inter-satellite links and plans to deploy an initial fleet of 10 optical satellites, complementing its existing radio frequency system and advancing its goal of global connectivity.

Freddie

Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle

Insights

Top investors

Glassdoor (4.2)

Company

Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)

Apr 2023

$92m

SERIES C

Jun 2021

$60m

SERIES B

Total funding: $173.1m

Company benefits

Unlimited Vacation
Comprehensive Health Coverage
Stock Options
Flexible & Hybrid Work Options
Professional Development

Company HQ

Junction-Wallace Emerson, Toronto, ON

Leadership

Mina Mitry

(Co-Founder & CEO)

Previously the Director of Engineering at teaBOT and President of the University of Toronto Aeronautics Team.

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