Software Engineer - Database Developer

Software Engineer - Database Developer

Location: Albuquerque, NM (On-site) | Job Type: Contract to Hire

About the Role

Join a forward-thinking engineering team at the forefront of space ground systems as a Software Engineer - Database Developer. Drive a mission-critical program from prototype to full-scale operations, leveraging your expertise to architect and optimize large-scale data systems. This is your opportunity to shape the backbone of a next-generation space-to-ground communications platform, collaborate with visionary leaders, and influence the future of aerospace technology.

Responsibilities

- Architect, design, develop, and test robust data systems for massive throughput and real-time operations

- Redesign and mature reference programs for operational rigor and mission-critical reliability

- Lead the implementation of petabyte-scale database solutions supporting continuous data accumulation

- Integrate systems for mission planning, real-time visualization, and 24/7 operations

- Partner with stakeholders to translate complex requirements into scalable, high-performance models

- Conduct system-level risk analyses and proactively identify improvement opportunities

- Champion code reviews to ensure top-notch standards and requirement alignment

- Research and implement emerging software technologies, frameworks, and best practices

Required Skills and Experience

- Minimum 3 years' experience with large Database Management Systems (DBMS)

- Proficient in SQL and database design for high-throughput, mission-critical environments

- Demonstrated success transitioning systems from prototype to operations

- Strong foundational Computer Science knowledge, object-oriented design, and software patterns

- Experience with ETL processes and data backup/recovery techniques

- Bachelor's degree or higher (Computer Science or related field)

- Adaptable and comfortable working in ambiguous, early-phase architectural settings

Preferred Skills

- Proficiency in Java, C++, Python, and JS frameworks (REACT, jQuery UI, Open Layers)

- Familiarity with Spring Framework, Hibernate, RDBMS, MongoDB, REST, OpenAPI

- Experience with Maven, Gradle, Git, Jenkins for dependency management and automation

- Exposure to cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure)

- Knowledge of TDD, Agile, CI/CD methodologies

- Expertise in data system optimization, performance tuning, and indexing

- Background in ground-to-space or space-to-ground systems engineering

Benefits

- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace technology with real-world mission impact

- Career advancement through leadership and system architecture roles

- Collaborative, high-performance team environment

- Exposure to state-of-the-art tools and frameworks

- Potential for contract-to-hire conversion

How to Apply

Ready to launch your career to new heights? Submit your resume today to join our innovative team shaping tomorrow's space technology. Candidates must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. Background check and drug screening required.