SkyGrid - Senior Software Engineer (Cloud Architect)
Requirements
• Performance Objectives: • Deliver cloud architecture topology and trade studies. • Complete the software architecture design, ensuring alignment with mission-critical requirements. • Validate architecture against safety, certification, scalability, and security requirements. • Lead cloud architecture activities through design reviews, product certification, and entry into service. • 7+ years of experience in software engineering. • 5+ years of experience architecting and developing cloud-based solutions in highly technical or aerospace environments. • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related STEM fields. • Experience with DO-178C-compliant software development. • Strong knowledge of distributed systems, cloud platforms, and secure architecture design. • Master’s degree in engineering or related field. • Experience with safety-critical or mission-critical systems. • Familiarity with advanced air mobility, autonomous systems, or defense/aerospace domains. • Comprehensive Health Coverage from Day One: Enjoy immediate access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, including HSA and FSA options. • Generous Retirement Contributions: Benefit from an automatic company 401k contribution program, with no match required, plus an additional company matching program to boost your retirement savings. • Calm Annual Membership: Prioritize your mental health with complimentary access to mindfulness and meditation resources. • Discounted ClassPass Membership: Stay active and healthy with access to thousands of fitness studios and gyms nationwide. • Investment in Your Growth: Receive an annual stipend for learning and development to support your continuous education and skill development • Engaging Team Activities: Participate in quarterly team-building events and celebrations organized by our dedicated culture committee. • Fully Stocked Kitchen: Enjoy a variety of snacks and beverages to keep you fueled throughout the day.
Responsibilities
• Lead the design and development of scalable, secure, and mission-critical cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, or GCP). • Conduct topology analyses and trade studies to inform architectural decisions. • Define and maintain system and software architecture aligned with mission requirements. • Develop Software Design Descriptions (SDDs) and support subsystem architecture evolution through design reviews (PDR/CDR). • Integrate cloud systems with avionics, embedded systems, and legacy platforms. • Develop Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and support system-of-systems integration. • Support certification efforts through documentation, validation, and evidence generation. • Design and implement secure DevSecOps pipelines and accredited CI/CD workflows. • Support verification and validation (V&V) planning and execution. • Engage with government and regulatory stakeholders. • An employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, if it does not pose undue hardship. • We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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