Senior Software Engineer, Backend Systems

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.
• 8+ years experience designing and developing production software systems.
• Strong software engineering fundamentals, including system design, testing, and debugging.
• Experience designing durable APIs, schemas, or domain models.
• Experience evolving production interfaces while maintaining compatibility.
• Proficiency in Golang, C/C++, Rust, or Java

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience modeling a variety of physical layer (RF, optical) communications systems
• Experience with production transport network design and operations.
• Familiarity with networking, telecommunications, or network orchestration.

What We Offer:

• Innovative Environment: Work at a cutting-edge company shaping the future of aerospace communications.
• Impactful Work: Directly contribute to critical national security programs and initiatives.
• Growth Opportunities: Expand your career with opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• Inclusive Culture: Be part of a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive workplace where your contributions matter.
• Flexibility: Flexible working arrangements including hybrid remote/in-office schedules.
• Compensation and Equity: Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits (401(k), dental, vision, health, life insurance), paid time off, and equity options.

ITAR/EAR Requirements:

• This position involves access to export-controlled information. To comply with U.S. government export regulations, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
• (A) Qualify as a U.S. person, which includes:
• U.S. citizen or national
• U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder)
• Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157
• Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158
• (B) Be eligible to access export-controlled information without requiring an export authorization.
• (C) Be eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the necessary export authorization from the appropriate U.S. government agency.
• The company reserves the right to decline pursuing an export licensing process for legitimate business-related reasons.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

About Aalyria:

The pay range for this role is

• 165000.00 - 195000.00 USD per year (Remote (United States))
• 185000.00 - 215000.00 USD per year (Remote (San Francisco, CA))