Principal Ground Software Developer
Katalyst Space TechnologiesBroomfield, Colorado, United States
Posted March 12, 2026
180000 - 240000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Katalyst builds robotic spacecraft that enable dynamic space operations, creating a future where maneuvering, upgrading, refueling, and exploration are as routine as on Earth.
Job Description
Katalyst is seeking a Principal Ground Software Developer to design and develop ground software for robotic spacecraft, working closely with teams to create a future where space operations are as routine as on Earth. The role requires a strong understanding of cloud-based scalable micro service systems, experience in creating high-reliability production-critical systems, and the ability to mentor junior engineers.
Requirements
- 8-12+ years of cloud based scalable micro service architecture
- 4+ years leading developers/ engineers
- Experience building entire ground stacks from the ground up
- Experience in creating high reliability production-critical systems
- Experience with new space companies not traditional primes
- Owned the process and procedure for deploying, testing and integrating into a full life cycle system
- Deep technical fluency in cloud, backend, frontend, and streaming systems
- AWS Suite (EKS, MSK, Timestream, S3, Batch, Event Bridge), Python, C++, React, Tailwind, Redis, Kafka, influx, QuestDB, MongoDB, git, CI/CD, Docker, K8
Benefits
- Long-term incentives
- Relocation bonus
- Discretionary bonuses
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
