Salary: £33,000 - 69,000 per year Requirements: Bachelors or Masters degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. 5 years of experience in systems engineering, software development, or cloud-based system development. Understanding of systems engineering standards and processes (e.g., MBSE SysML) and associated tool support (e.g., Enterprise Architect). Understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and their associated services (e.g., compute, storage, networking, APIs). Experience with API design, development, and documentation, including RESTful APIs and gRPC. Experience with system integration and testing, especially for cloud-based applications. Understanding of system security principles, including encryption, authentication, and secure data transfer. Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple disciplines and with external partners. Desirable: Experience with satellite communication systems, optical ground stations, or related technologies. Familiarity with networking protocols and distributed systems (e.g., TCP/IP, HTTP, MQTT) and data serialization formats (e.g., JSON, Protobuf). Experience with automated testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python for system integration and scripting. Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, or other containerization and orchestration tools. Knowledge of data visualization tools and techniques for operational monitoring and analysis. Familiarity with DevOps practices, including infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation). Responsibilities: Define and document system-level requirements for cloud-based software supporting the operation of Optical Ground Stations. Design scalable, secure, and reliable system architectures and manage APIs, ensuring scalability, security, and operational reliability. Serve as the primary technical point of contact for integration partners, providing guidance and support. Plan and execute system integration, testing, and initial operations to validate system functionality and ensure interoperability. Lead sprint planning, manage Agile workflows, and ensure timely delivery of team tasks. Develop and maintain system documentation, including user manuals, API specs, and operational procedures. Lead significant projects or developments within the system (e.g., major subsystem for satellite link, ground station integration). Demonstrate strong architecture/design skills to tackle ambiguous technical challenges. Mentor mid-level/junior engineers, influencing technical decisions and best practices. Communicate effectively with leadership and external stakeholders. Proactively seek opportunities for growth, staying abreast of state-of-the-art developments and driving innovation based on new insights. Support deployment and operation of the system, generating and capturing intellectual property. Technologies: API AWS Architect Azure CI/CD Cloud DevOps Docker GCP HTTP Support JSON Kubernetes MQTT Python Security TCP/IP Terraform gRPC More: At Archangel Lightworks, we are revolutionizing global communication with our Optical Ground Stations, enabling ultra-high bandwidth data transfer for space applications. Our team is at the forefront of innovation, and we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies, and a dynamic and collaborative work environment. We prioritize professional growth with opportunities for career development, flexible working arrangements for work-life balance, and team socials and events. last updated 18 week of 2026