Mission Control Software Engineer

Description

In this role, you’ll work across the full stack to build intuitive, high-performance interfaces for real-time remote control of heavy machinery via novel user interfaces. It requires strong frontend skills for seamless user experiences and backend expertise to ensure a secure, scalable architecture. Daily tasks include prototyping data-rich visualizations, building pipelines for complex sensor data (e.g., LiDAR, geospatial, 3D), and optimizing user interactions. Rapid prototyping and iteration with users will be key. You’ll also help manage production environments, deploy applications, and apply best practices in networking, security, and deployment.

• Apply best practices in networking, authentication, and security to ensure low-latency, reliable communication between systems
• Design and build intuitive, high-performance user interfaces for tasking, supervising, and remotely controlling autonomous robots and workflows
• Lead interdisciplinary teams, mentor new engineers, and help grow the team through hiring
• Architect and maintain scalable, secure backend systems, ensuring efficient deployment and operation in production environments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Develop real-time visualizations for complex sensor data, including LiDAR, 3D models, and geospatial information, with a focus on rapid prototyping and user feedback
• Iterate quickly, collaborate cross-functionally, and optimize the full-stack experience to deliver robust and user-friendly solutions

Requirements

• Experience developing for game engines (e.g., Unity, Unreal Engine) and using them for data visualization or UI prototyping
• Understanding of cybersecurity best practices for application development, networking, and data handling.
• Experience with data visualization, transformations, and working with 3D, geospatial, or LiDAR data
• Must be willing to relocate to Austin, TX if not within commuting distance
• Must be willing to work extended hours or weekends when needed to support critical deadlines or triage urgent deployment issues
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and edge computing strategies.
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• A strong understanding of computer networking principles, including routing and protocols across the OSI model
• Experience working with real-time data systems or low-latency communication protocols (e.g., WebRTC, gRPC)
• Proficiency in developing software to run on Linux-based systems
• 2+ years of professional or project experience as a full-stack or application developer, working across frontend, backend, and infrastructure
• Comfortable with working in a fast-paced startup environment
• B.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
• Demonstrated ability to prototype and test multiple solutions to determine optimal approaches
• Proficiency in building interactive UIs using modern frameworks and platforms (e.g., React, Vue.js, Unity, Unreal, or equivalent)

Benefits

Base compensation will vary based on factors such as relevant experience and education. Salaries and leveling will be determined on a case-by-case basis if an offer is extended. Our total compensation package also includes equity in TerraFirma. Relocation packages are available to help cover moving costs, if applicable.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance