Senior Software Developer – Backend

🕒 February 12

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Kepler Communications Inc.

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51 - 200 employees

Founded 2015

🚀 Aerospace

📡 Telecommunications

🎖️ Defense

Aerospace • Telecommunications • Defense

Kepler Communications Inc. is a company focused on advancing mission communications in space. They offer a cutting-edge optical network that facilitates real-time data relay between satellites, addressing the challenges of on-orbit communications. By employing a hybrid RF and optical network, Kepler is turning satellites into Internet exchange points, enabling rapid data transfers for Earth observation, defense, and human space flight. They continue to expand on-space capabilities by improving infrastructure that supports seamless and secure access to space-generated data across various markets, including defense, intelligence, and space sustainability.

📋 Description

• Design and develop reliable, high-quality software related to operating Kepler’s satellite network infrastructure and mission control software automation • Ensuring system performance, security, and high availability through best practices • Collaborate with satellite operators, product managers, and customers to deliver mission critical ground systems • Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines to streamline deployment and improve development workflows • Monitor system health, troubleshoot issues, and proactively implement improvements • Help develop roadmaps and long-term technical plans for Kepler’s ground segment • Mentor junior developers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence

🎯 Requirements

• Minimum 6+ years of Python experience • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent • Strong software design and development skills, including algorithms, system architecture, testing and debugging • Expertise in building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins • Experience with containerized software (Docker, Kubernetes, K8s) and infrastructure-as-code (Ansible, Terraform, etc.) • Ability to operate in a Linux based environment • Ability to effectively use git • Excellent communication skills

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation with a robust equity plan to share in our success. • Comprehensive coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance—including dependents. • Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave policy, and company-wide holiday shutdown. • Semi-annual company-wide parties and frequent in-office team events. • Relocation packages available for approved roles. • $1,500 annual professional development fund to support your growth. • Fully stocked Toronto office kitchen with snacks, drinks, games and top-notch kitchen appliances. • Town Halls, Celebration Calls, and Company-wide events to stay connected and engaged. • We’re a certified Great Place to Work®, five years in a row!