Senior Software Engineer and System/Application Administrator

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Intuitive Machines - West is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to take ownership of multiple enterprise applications running on AWS GovCloud infrastructure. This role requires a versatile engineer comfortable working across multiple technology stacks, cloud services, legacy client-server architectures, and Linux system administration. This role can be based remotely in the US.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and maintain multiple enterprise applications deployed in AWS GovCloud environment
• Support and modernize client-server applications utilizing OpenWebStart/Java Web Start technology
• Design, develop, and optimize software solutions using C++, Java, and Scala
• Manage and optimize PostgreSQL databases for enterprise-scale applications
• Perform Linux system administration tasks including server configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Ensure applications meet security and compliance requirements for government cloud environments
• Monitor system performance, implement automation, and maintain system security
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver solutions
• Implement best practices for cloud-native application development and deployment
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues across the application stack and infrastructure

Required Qualifications

• Must be a US Citizen or permanent resident
• Bachelor’s degree or four additional years of work experience may be substituted for a degree
• Minimum of 8 years of software development experience
• Experience with C++, Java, and Scala
• Experience with client-server architectures and Java desktop applications
• Familiarity with OpenWebStart, Java Web Start (JNLP), or similar deployment technologies
• Experience with network protocols and concepts, from Ethernet through HTTP[/2,] gRPC and/or Thrift
• Linux system administration experience (RHEL, Ubuntu, or similar distributions)
• Experience with shell scripting and Linux command-line tools
• Experience with PostgreSQL database design, optimization, and administration
• Hands-on experience with AWS services (GovCloud experience highly preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in aerospace, defense, or regulated industries
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Understanding of cloud security principles and compliance requirements

In support of pay transparency at Lanteris Space Systems, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings.  The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range.

● The base pay for this position within Colorado is: $124,000.00 - $206,000.00 annually.

● The base pay for this position within New Jersey is: $124,000.00 - $206,000.00 annually.

● The base pay for this position within Delaware is: $124,000.00 - $206,000.00 annually.

 

 

● The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $137,000.00 - $228,000.00 annually.

● The base pay for this position within California is: $143,000.00 - $238,000.00 annually.

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. More information on our benefits will be shared with candidates as they move forward in the recruitment process.

Additionally, this position is incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and/or individual results achieved; the specific incentive plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions.

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.  If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. 

The date of posting can be found on the Lanteris Space Systems Career page at the top of each job posting.

To apply, submit your application via the Lanteris Space Systems Career page.

Lanteris Space Systems values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.