Mission Operations Full Stack Software Engineer II

Department: Software Engineering

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Hawthorne, California

Reporting To: Niraj Patel

Compensation: $140,000 - $175,000 / year

Description

Venturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab) is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. Focused on designing, building, and operating a fleet of multi-purpose commercial planetary rovers, Astrolab aims to extend and enhance humanity's presence across the solar system. We are looking for motivated, innovative, and driven individuals to join our world-class team.

As a Mission Operations Full-Stack Software Engineer II, you will contribute to the development of software supporting the mission operations of the FLEX rover for both commercial and NASA Artemis missions. This role involves building and enhancing data management tools, creating telemetry visualization for operators, and supporting path-planning simulation infrastructure. You’ll collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners to support smooth and reliable operations. This position offers an excellent growth opportunity within a cutting-edge environment focused on space exploration.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in building full-stack software solutions for the FLEX rover’s Mission Operations, including tools for managing data, visualizing telemetry, and simulating path-planning
• Coordinate with external partners to establish smooth integrations between internal systems and vendor-provided software
• Collaborate with IT and InfoSec teams to maintain secure, reliable, and robust mission systems.
• Participate in real-time mission support from the Astrolab Control Center, engaging in lunar missions, testing, and simulation exercises
• Work alongside engineering teams to enhance mission outcomes by improving tools for data access and analysis

What’s Prepared You:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant STEM field with 4+ years of experience in software development
• 4+ years of experience in developing software, with proficiency in full-stack frameworks such as Node.js, Django, Angular, React, or similar
• Demonstrated experience managing projects through their entire lifecycle, from initial concept to deployment
•  Background in providing real-time support to internal or external stakeholders in high-stakes, mission-critical environments
• Experience developing software for mission-critical systems, with an emphasis on reliability and security

What We Offer:

• Work with a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration.  
• Ownership in the company.  
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.  
• 401(k) with matching.  
• Flexible time off and parental leave.  
• On-site snacks, beverages, and 2x weekly lunches.  
• Flexible work environment.