Sr. Software Engineer

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software engineering (internships and relevant projects count)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field
• Proficiency in at least one systems-level language (C++, Python, or Rust)
• Exposure to one or more of the following: Embedded systems Distributed systems Robotics or autonomous systems Aerospace or hardware-adjacent software
• Embedded systems
• Distributed systems
• Robotics or autonomous systems
• Aerospace or hardware-adjacent software
• Strong fundamentals in data structures, algorithms, and system design basics
• Eagerness to learn and operate in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven experience working with real-time systems, multithreading, or concurrency in production environments
• Deep familiarity with Linux systems, including debugging, profiling, and performance tuning
• Experience building or operating distributed systems or networked applications (e.g., TCP/IP, sockets, or service communication)
• Experience with simulation environments or software interacting with physical systems (robotics, aerospace, automotive)
• Exposure to control systems, GNC, or autonomy stacks in a practical setting (not just academic)
• Experience working on high-reliability or safety-critical systems with strong testing and validation practices
• Experience designing or maintaining CI/CD pipelines for complex systems (including automated testing, integration with hardware or simulation environments, and safe deployment practices)

Compensation and Benefits

• The salary range for this position is $150,000 – $200,000 annually. The actual base salary offered will depend on factors such as job-related skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
• Equity in Cowboy Space Corp.
• Employees and their eligible dependents may enroll in medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid time off
• 10 paid holidays per calendar year
• Paid parental leave
• Relocation assistance if applicable
• Daily lunch in the office and a fully stocked kitchen with beverages and snacks

ITAR Requirements

• Export Control Requirement: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR here .

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