Mission Control Software Engineer

About the Company

TerraFirma is redefining how the world moves earth for construction. Founded by former SpaceX engineers and backed by Bain Capital Ventures, TerraFirma is automating construction to make it faster, cheaper, and safer by applying principles of simplification, iteration, and automation to infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Design and build intuitive, high-performance user interfaces for tasking, supervising, and remotely controlling autonomous robots and workflows
• Develop real-time visualizations for complex sensor data, including LiDAR, 3D models, and geospatial information
• Apply best practices in networking, authentication, and security to ensure low-latency, reliable communication between systems
• Architect and maintain scalable, secure backend systems using Docker and Kubernetes
• Iterate quickly, collaborate cross-functionally, and optimize the full-stack experience
• Lead interdisciplinary teams and mentor new engineers

Requirements

• B.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
• 2+ years of professional or project experience as a full-stack or application developer
• Proficiency in building interactive UIs using modern frameworks (React, Vue.js, Unity, or Unreal)
• Strong understanding of computer networking principles and the OSI model
• Proficiency in developing software for Linux-based systems
• Willingness to relocate to Austin, TX
• Ability to work extended hours or weekends when needed for critical deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with real-time data systems or low-latency protocols like WebRTC or gRPC
• Experience with 3D, geospatial, or LiDAR data visualization
• Experience developing for game engines (Unity, Unreal Engine)
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)
• Understanding of cybersecurity best practices for application development and networking