If you’re looking to launch or grow your software engineering career with a company that’s shaping the future of global satellite communications, this is an excellent opportunity. Iridium is hiring a Software Engineer I in Chandler, Arizona, offering a competitive salary ranging from $70,000 to $87,000 per year. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers on innovative software solutions that support mission-critical communication systems while gaining valuable hands-on experience in a collaborative environment.
Job Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Iridium |
| Role | Software Engineer I |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience, as applicable) |
| Job Location | Chandler, Arizona, USA |
| Salary | $70,000–$87,000 per year |
| Work Type | On-site |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Job Level | Entry Level |
| Industry | Telecommunications / Satellite Communications / Technology |
Job Description
If you enjoy learning about and working with breakthrough technologies, and are enthusiastic about working in the space industry, then you will be excited about the Engineer I, Software Developer opening with Iridium for a Space Development Agency (SDA) project. As a Software Engineer on the SDA program, you will gain experience in software development and maintenance used to monitor/schedule/operate a constellation of satellites. You will work to deliver high-quality work projects/deliverables to completion within the larger development team to support cross-functional efforts across all areas of ground system software development.
This position requires an active/current Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active).
What You’ll Do:
- Work collaboratively with your team to develop and enhance software related to the SDA project
- Assist in developing optimized code for both scalability and performance
- Work within the Agile/Scrum framework for software development (Atlassian tool suite desired)
- Support efforts in creating and/or maintaining build environments for software products
- Work within team objectives to assist in planning and executing software releases per stakeholder/program schedules and budgets
- Participate in updating issue/feature data in Atlassian Project/Software tracking tools
- Follow existing Iridium processes for Change Control, Prioritization, Risk Management, Commercial off the Shelf (COTS) Management, Build, and Test software deployments and use knowledge to assist in development of process/procedure documentation materials
- Edit, structure, and present data, concepts, and arguments clearly and succinctly, through briefings and documentation
What You’ll Need to Succeed:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, or other engineering discipline
- Exposure to Agile based teams
- Working knowledge of one or more programming languages (e.g., C, C++, Python, Java, or similar)
- Familiarity with version control tools (e.g., Git) and basic debugging practices
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate key messages and ideas clearly and effectively.
- Can cultivate meaningful relationships with your manager and members of your team, while being open and responsive to constructive feedback as they guide and mentor you
- The ability to think outside the box to help solve problems, with the humility to ask for help when needed
- Adaptability to a dynamic environment and the readiness to take on any new tasks that are handed to you
- A motivation to achieve outcomes and results
- Capable of handling multiple tasks at once and completing them on time with mostly no errors
- Must be able to prioritize your tasks, be self-aware enough to identify and correct mistakes, and not be afraid to ask for help when needed
- Be active in seeking out ways to improve yourself and gain new knowledge, and be enthusiastic in sharing knowledge with others
We’ll also need you to:
- Work in the office at least 3 or more days a week to foster collaboration with the team and stakeholders
- Be a U.S. citizen
Selection Process
- Application Submission
- Resume Screening
- Technical Assessment (if applicable)
- Technical Interview
- Hiring Manager Interview
- Background Check
- Final Offer
How to Apply
- Visit the official Iridium Careers website.
- Search for “Software Engineer I – Chandler, AZ.”
- Review the job description and eligibility requirements.
- Prepare your updated resume.
- Complete the online application form.
- Submit your application and monitor your email for further updates from the recruitment team.
