Software Engineer I – Operations Software
Job Description
**ABOUT ROCKET LAB** Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations. Our Electron rocket has provided reliable access to orbit since 2018, becoming one of the most frequently launched rockets in the world. Neutron will be our next rocket on the launch pad, an advanced 13-tonne payload class, reusable rocket to launch the mega constellations of the future. Our space systems business includes our extensive line of satellites and components that have enabled more than 1,700 missions including the James Webb Space Telescope, NASA Psyche Mission, Artemis I, Mars Ingenuity helicopter, and more. Join our pioneering team and launch your career to new heights! **ABOUT ENGINEERING AT ROCKET LAB:** Engineering is at the heart of Rocket Lab. Our engineering team has a proven track record of designing and developing world-class rockets and spacecraft that are changing the way we access and use space. You’ll work alongside driven, talented engineers from varied backgrounds and experience levels, all committed to the same mission. Our engineering team members span design, analysis, prototyping, testing, manufacturing, assembly and integration, quality control, engineering documentation, and more. **WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:** Launching a rocket and operating satellites requires a symphony of multiple teams, multiple sites, and multiple complex systems working together towards mission success. Operations software helps bring this orchestra together by providing operators with timely, accurate and beautiful presentation of control and system states. A Software Engineer on the Operations Software team will be responsible for creation, maintenance, deployment and support of components, functions or services in support of launch vehicle and spacecraft operations. An Engineer I has the scope to perform independent engineering as allocated. Risk, cost or quality based decisions are escalated or reviewed as part of the workflow from the judgement of the Engineer I. **YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:** * Tertiary Diploma, Certificate or degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or similar. * Minimum of 2 years’ experience within a related field * Experience with Git * Experience with one of: Redmine, Jira, or other issue tracker * C# or Golang Development * Desktop Application Development * Ethernet Network Protocols **THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:** * Scrum · Linux Containers * Cloud Application Development * System Administration * CI/CD systems * Shared data model definition * Python Development * C++ Development * User Interface Development * Database Application Development * Human Factors Engineering If the above sounds like you, **apply now!** **WHAT TO EXPECT** We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that’s not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other’s backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way. Important information: **FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:** *For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States’ International Traffic in Arms Regulations.* *Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations.*
