Senior DevOps Engineer at Astranis
San Francisco, CA
About the Job
Astranis is on a mission to bridge the digital divide by connecting the four billion people worldwide who currently lack internet access
We're doing this by building the next generation of smaller, more cost-effective spacecraft to bring the world online. As a team, we’ve launched two satellites into orbit, signed ten commercial deals worth over $1 billion in revenue, raised over $500 million from top global investors, and recruited a team of over 300 world-class engineers
We all work out of our (legendary) San Francisco office, which was once used to build ships during the World Wars.Our satellites, which operate from geostationary orbit (GEO), weigh only 400 kg and utilize a proprietary software-defined radio payload
Each satellite can connect over two million people, and we’re very excited for the impact we’ll soon have in the Philippines, Peru, Mexico, and more! Backed by substantial funding and a passionate, collaborative team, we offer a rewarding work environment where you'll learn and make a significant impact, no matter where you are in your career. Apply and join us on our journey towards global connectivity!As a Senior DevOps engineer, you will work with our Flight and Ground software teams to operate, scale, and automate operations for key software and mission control systems
These include command & control systems, telemetry databases, continuous integration systems and other software systems critical to our mission
You will be one of the first hires for this team, autonomously and cross-functionally leading our DevOps efforts as we continue to expand. You will improve the state of operations for key software systems at Astranis, with respect to reliability, maintainability as we expand to a fleet of satellites and their supporting services.This role will contribute to both commercial and US Government programs
RoleOperate deployments and upgrades for production systemsAutomate deployment and monitoring for development and production systemsManage IT infrastructure, including servers, supporting software packages, and containers or virtualizationRequirementsBachelor of Science in a related discipline (e.g
Information Technology, Computer Science)5+ years of as a Site Reliability, DevOps or DevSecOps experience5+ years of experience on LinuxExperience with shell programming (e.g
Bash)Strong written and oral communication skillsHighly motivated, self-starting, and able to perform duties autonomously without much supervisionBonusExperience with Python or C++Experience with Git or similar source control systemExperience with AnsibleExperience with Kubernetes in a production environmentExperience with BazelAll our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity, robust benefits, and bonuses.What we offer: Base pay is a single component of Astranis's total rewards package, which may also include equity in the form of incentive stock options, performance bonuses, high quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance benefits, flexible PTO, 401(K) retirement, and free on-site catered meals.Astranis pay ranges are informed and defined through professional-grade salary surveys and compensation data sources
The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, and the level and scope of the position.Base Salary$150,000—$200,000 USDU.S
Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required(To comply with U.S
Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S
citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C
1324b(a)(3))Our mission and our products are meant to connect the world and everyone in it, regardless of gender, race, creed, or any other distinction
We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage all people to join our team and bring their unique perspective to help make us stronger.
We're doing this by building the next generation of smaller, more cost-effective spacecraft to bring the world online. As a team, we’ve launched two satellites into orbit, signed ten commercial deals worth over $1 billion in revenue, raised over $500 million from top global investors, and recruited a team of over 300 world-class engineers
We all work out of our (legendary) San Francisco office, which was once used to build ships during the World Wars.Our satellites, which operate from geostationary orbit (GEO), weigh only 400 kg and utilize a proprietary software-defined radio payload
Each satellite can connect over two million people, and we’re very excited for the impact we’ll soon have in the Philippines, Peru, Mexico, and more! Backed by substantial funding and a passionate, collaborative team, we offer a rewarding work environment where you'll learn and make a significant impact, no matter where you are in your career. Apply and join us on our journey towards global connectivity!As a Senior DevOps engineer, you will work with our Flight and Ground software teams to operate, scale, and automate operations for key software and mission control systems
These include command & control systems, telemetry databases, continuous integration systems and other software systems critical to our mission
You will be one of the first hires for this team, autonomously and cross-functionally leading our DevOps efforts as we continue to expand. You will improve the state of operations for key software systems at Astranis, with respect to reliability, maintainability as we expand to a fleet of satellites and their supporting services.This role will contribute to both commercial and US Government programs
RoleOperate deployments and upgrades for production systemsAutomate deployment and monitoring for development and production systemsManage IT infrastructure, including servers, supporting software packages, and containers or virtualizationRequirementsBachelor of Science in a related discipline (e.g
Information Technology, Computer Science)5+ years of as a Site Reliability, DevOps or DevSecOps experience5+ years of experience on LinuxExperience with shell programming (e.g
Bash)Strong written and oral communication skillsHighly motivated, self-starting, and able to perform duties autonomously without much supervisionBonusExperience with Python or C++Experience with Git or similar source control systemExperience with AnsibleExperience with Kubernetes in a production environmentExperience with BazelAll our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity, robust benefits, and bonuses.What we offer: Base pay is a single component of Astranis's total rewards package, which may also include equity in the form of incentive stock options, performance bonuses, high quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance benefits, flexible PTO, 401(K) retirement, and free on-site catered meals.Astranis pay ranges are informed and defined through professional-grade salary surveys and compensation data sources
The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, and the level and scope of the position.Base Salary$150,000—$200,000 USDU.S
Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required(To comply with U.S
Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S
citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C
1324b(a)(3))Our mission and our products are meant to connect the world and everyone in it, regardless of gender, race, creed, or any other distinction
We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage all people to join our team and bring their unique perspective to help make us stronger.
