About Sphinx Defense
Sphinx Defense is a company dedicated to building software solutions for complex national security challenges, particularly in the space sector. Founded by experienced engineers and technologists, Sphinx Defense aims to modernize and secure the technology used by America's service members. The company emphasizes the use of open-source technologies to create scalable and modern products.
Job Overview
Sphinx Defense is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join their Space Communications team. This role involves building a ground communications and data-transport platform for US government satellites. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you will lead the development of core platform services, designing and building technology to support the operations of a wide variety of US Government satellites. You will work both as an individual contributor and as a lead for junior engineers.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development of multi-tenant services on public cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Develop and consume APIs and services as part of a platform ecosystem.
- Focus on automation and security in software development.
- Own technical problems end-to-end, demonstrating a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Engage in self-directed learning to stay updated with new technologies.
- Collaborate effectively with team members and communicate clearly.
Qualifications
- 3-5+ years of progressively responsible software engineering experience.
- Extensive experience with Python, FastAPI, PostgreSQL, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform.
- Proven experience in architecting and building APIs and backend services.
- In-depth knowledge of at least one commercial cloud platform and its associated services.
- Ability to work with some ambiguity and self-direct work.
- Demonstrated ability to make informed decisions based on past experiences.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary ranging from €160,000 to €185,000 per year.
- Meaningful equity ownership.
- Employer 401(k) contribution.
- 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Information
- Clearance Eligibility: This position requires eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.
- Workplace Type: Remote
Sphinx Defense is committed to building a diverse team and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
Benefits Extracted with AI
- Vision insurance
- Employer 401(k) contribution
- 100% employer covered medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents
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