Backend Software Engineer, Xona Space Systems
Office located in Burlingame, CA
Satellite navigation system
Posted today
Satellite navigation system
21-100 employees
Posted today
Office located in Burlingame, CA
21-100 employees
Company mission
To remove the boundaries from modern technologies by providing precise and protected navigation services anywhere on Earth.
Role
Who you are
- Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of experience, or 6+ years of Experience in backend software development
- Experience with Node.js or a similar tech stack
- Solid understanding of React/Redux for effective collaboration with Frontend teams
- Experience with database technologies, specifically Postgres or SQL
- Proven ability to design, develop, and maintain REST APIs
- Understanding and practical experience with Microservices Architecture
- Proficiency with version control systems, particularly Git
- U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident (ie Green Card holder), or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (per U.S. export controls)
Desirable
- Familiarity with GraphQL concepts and best practices
- Familiarity with the Next.js framework in AWS infrastructure
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and monitoring
- Tools
- Comfortability writing and interacting with C++ code and interfaces
What the job involves
- As a Backend Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in building the powerful server-side infrastructure that drives our products
- As a Backend Software Engineer, you'll be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining the robust server-side applications that power our systems
- Designing and developing scalable backend systems: Craft REST APIs, manage databases, and build resilient server-side applications using modern technologies such as Python, Java, or Go
- Collaborating on architectural decisions: Work closely with cross-functional teams—including frontend engineers and product managers—to define technical specifications and ensure smooth integration between backend logic and user-facing features
- Optimizing performance and reliability: Continuously improve the speed, security, and stability of backend services to ensure high availability and a smooth user experience
- Engaging with cutting-edge technologies: Leverage your expertise in distributed systems, cloud platforms, Node.js, and microservices to tackle complex engineering challenges
Our take
Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) is crucial for autonomy, tying vehicles to their environment and making autonomous operation possible. Xona Space Systems is developing a network of small satellites to provide high-precision PNT services, essential for modern technologies like autonomous vehicles and robotics.
The company has set its sites on pushing the limits of modern technology, setting itself apart in its space with its PULSAR service, which offers superior accuracy, availability, and security compared to traditional GPS. This makes it crucial for the widespread adoption of autonomous systems in unstructured environments.
The company has already secured millions in Series A funding, which will accelerate the deployment of its low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation. Its partnerships with the US Space Force and industry leaders highlight the growing confidence in its innovative approach, while future plans include the commercialisation of PULSAR, which will enable autonomous systems to operate effectively anywhere.
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Company
Funding (last 2 of 7 rounds)
May 2024
$19m
SERIES A
Aug 2023
$1.2m
GRANT
Total funding: $54.3m
Company HQ
Baywood Park, CA
Leadership
Brian Manning
(CEO)Previously worked as a Responsible Engineer on Thrust Structure for SpaceX, and an Engineering Manager for Power Solutions International.
Tyler Reid
(CTO)Was also a Lecturer at Stanford University and a Research Engineer in Controls and Automated Systems at Ford Motor Company.
Adrien Perkins
(VP of Engineering)Worked as a Research Assistant for Stanford University and was Lead Software Developer at Callsnapp.
Bryan Chan
(VP of Corporate Strategy)Also the Co-Founder, President and CEO at Night Crew Labs. Previously Co-founded and was Technical Director for Mothership Communications.
Jerami Martin
(Mechanical Lead)Also works as a Mechanical Design and Systems Engineer at Pumpkin. Prior to this, they were an Engineer at Crosstrac Engineering.
Kazuma Gunning
(Director of Navigation and Software)Previously worked as a GNSS Modeling and Simulation Engineer for Booz Allen Hamilton and was a Doctoral Student at Stanford University.
Paul Tarantino
(Director of Integration and Test)After studying at Stanford University, they went on to work as a Propulsion and Fluid Flight Systems Engineering Intern for the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory.
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