AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices based on our extensive IP and patent portfolio and designed for both commercial and government applications. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to eliminate the connectivity gaps faced by today’s five billion mobile subscribers and finally bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected.

Position Overview

AST SpaceMobile is looking to hire a Ground Software Engineer who will be responsible for all graphical/front-end aspects of our applications in support of Ground Software and Mission Operations. Given this, a successful candidate for this position should have a solid understanding of web development principles and be proficient in front/backend-end programming languages, such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, and GO. The candidate will be an integral member of the Software Team, which is responsible for the Ground Software used for our missions. This candidate will also work with and communicate closely with our USA division

Key Responsibilities:

Design and implement graphical interfaces for software applications in support of mission operations for constellation-based satellites

Develop and maintain the user interface of websites and applications.

Collaborate with designers and back-end developers to ensure seamless integration of front-end and back-end components.

Strong in relation and non-relation database concepts

Creating responsive designs that are optimized for mobile and other devices.

Qualifications:

At least 3-5 years in a front-end/backend-end developer role front-end developer role

Proficiency in Full Stack development

Experience with frameworks such as:

NodeJS, FastAPI

React, Angular, Vue

Flutter, Swift, Android Studio

Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and/or JavaScript

Experience with programming languages like Nodejs, Java, Python, Go, or other programming languages

Familiarity in implementing DevOps systems

Familiarity with version control systems

Experience with containerization such as Docker

Ability to integrate third-party code with existing version control systems

Comfortable working on different operating systems such as Linux and Windows depending on the task.

Experience using both relational and non-relational databases

Education:

BTech/MCA/MSc

Experience:

A minimum of 3 - 5 years

Preferred Qualifications:

Proficiency with implementing DevOps concepts complex environments

Continuous integration

Continuous testing

Continuous deployment

Continuous monitoring

Experience using container managers such as Docker-Compose or Kubernetes

Experience using Cloud Providers (specifically AWS)

Soft Skills:

Strong interpersonal skills, Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams, Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential. Meticulous attention to detail to ensure the accuracy of all documentation and project deliverables.

Follows Agile process.

Technology Stack:

Jira, Visual Studio, IDE. etc

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in a standard office environment and use a computer for extended periods.

This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands.

AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.