Backend Engineer

Responsibilities

• Build and operate backend services that collect, manage, and surface critical infrastructure data for the full Loft mission lifecycle
• Design and implement APIs and integrations that connect tooling and data across various teams and systems
• Partner with program management, satellite engineering, and operations to translate mission design and business processes into reliable software
• Apply a product mindset to identify friction in backend workflows and deliver solutions that reduce complexity for space infrastructure teams

Requirements

• Demonstrated proficiency in Python for backend engineering
• Practical experience using Docker for containerization and deployment
• Experience in backend architecture, including API design and robust database interactions
• Hands-on experience building, operating, or integrating technologies for space missions
• Strong ability to dissect intricate technical processes and map them end-to-end
• Fluency in English

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the design, modeling, or analysis of space missions
• Proficiency with Django and GraphQL
• Familiarity with modern cloud infrastructure platforms such as GCP, AWS, or Kubernetes
• Experience with testing tools like PyTest and strong CI/CD practices

Benefits

• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Flexible Time Off policy and 12 paid holidays
• 401(k) plan and equity options
• Daily catered lunches and snacks in the office
• Fully paid parental leave
• Comprehensive fertility healthcare and family-forming benefits
• Relocation assistance when applicable

About the Company

Loft Orbital provides governments, companies, and research institutions with a fast, reliable, and simple way to deploy missions in orbit. We integrate, launch, and operate spacecraft, offering end-to-end missions as a service across Earth observation, IoT connectivity, and national security.