Software Engineer II
Affirm- Full Time
- Entry Level & New Grad
Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree (B.S/B.A) from a four-college or university and 2 to 5 years’ related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, along with a strong understanding of various development programs, the ability to quickly learn customer support processes, tools, and techniques, and an understanding of how to configure third-party software components and technologies.
The Software Engineer II will design, develop, troubleshoot, and debug software programs for enhancements and new products, develop software and tools in support of design, infrastructure, and technology platforms, provide administration, development, and application support for end users, participate in the design, develop, code, test, and debug system software, review code and design software, participate in configuring and integrating third-party software components and technologies, engage in performing root cause analysis of network, operating system, and other issues related to how technical solutions operate in customer environments, address and resolve software bugs and bug reproduction requests, log all incidents and requests, engage other service desk resources or appropriate service resources to resolve incidents, provide limited after hours and on-call support as needed, engage in review and development of test documentation, work with stakeholders and cross-functional teams on projects and initiatives, and perform other duties as required.
Provides launch services for small satellites
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.