[Remote] Senior Software Engineer at Astra

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Software Development, Information TechnologyIndustries

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Golanginfrastructure softwaresystem toolingbackend librariesbuild systemsdependency managementcachingcompilationCI/CDperformance profilingsystem-level debuggingconcurrent programmingLinux development environmentsBashPythonBazelBuckPantsGitdeveloper productivity engineeringsecurity toolingstatic analysisautomated code review

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for this Senior Software Engineer position?

The salary range is $47.13 - $74.42 USD per hour, representing base pay only and excluding bonuses, benefits-related payments, or other incentives.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the key skills required for this role?

Candidates need 5+ years of Golang experience focused on infrastructure software, deep understanding of build systems and monorepo tooling, experience with performance profiling and concurrent programming in Go, and strong Linux scripting skills.

What benefits does Astreya offer?

Astreya offers comprehensive benefits to all regular employees, though specific details are not fully listed in the description.

What makes someone a strong candidate for this position?

Strong candidates have 5+ years in Golang for infrastructure tooling, experience with large-scale build systems like Bazel, contributions to open-source or internal platforms, and avoid frontend or basic web/API Go backgrounds.

Astra

Provides launch services for small satellites

About Astra

Astra provides launch services specifically for small satellites, catering to commercial businesses, government agencies, and research institutions that need reliable access to space. The company operates small, agile rockets designed to transport these satellites into low Earth orbit (LEO). Astra's approach focuses on making space more accessible by reducing the costs and complexities associated with satellite launches, which allows a wider range of customers to utilize their services. Unlike many competitors, Astra emphasizes efficiency and cost-effectiveness in its operations, aiming to meet the growing demand for satellite-based services such as Earth observation and telecommunications. The company's goal is to facilitate more frequent and affordable satellite launches, thereby expanding opportunities for various applications in the space industry.

Alameda, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$291.8MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

AerospaceIndustries

201-500Employees