Senior Software Engineer (Network & SDN)

TL;DR

Senior Software Engineer (Network & SDN): Designing and implementing the control plane and routing logic for a massive multi-orbit satellite constellation with an accent on software-defined networking, high-speed packet forwarding, and self-healing network architecture. Focus on solving complex topology management challenges for satellites moving at orbital speeds while adhering to strict latency and power constraints.

Location: Must be based in the US (Bay Area, CA)

Salary: $197,529 - $276,539

Company

hirify.global is an aerospace company developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems to enable millions of people to live and work in space.

What you will do

• Implement designs for key components of the hybrid space-ground transport network.
• Develop routing solutions, topology management systems, and fast-reroute mechanisms for LEO constellations.
• Implement SDN frameworks to support centralized and distributed control planes.
• Develop real-time Traffic Engineering and policy enforcement mechanisms.
• Build self-healing network logic using real-time telemetry for automated congestion management.
• Collaborate with RF and Silicon teams to optimize mobility across beams and satellites.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or refugee/asylee due to export control regulations.
• Bachelor's degree in CS, Electrical Engineering, or related field with 8+ years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of BGP, IS-IS, OSPF, and Segment Routing (SRv6/SR-MPLS).
• Experience with SDN controllers and programmable data planes (P4, OpenFlow).
• Solid understanding of packet processing, ASIC/FPGA forwarding logic, and high-speed switching.
• Experience with development in mission-critical environments.

Nice to have

• MS in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with satellite communications or hybrid terrestrial/satellite networks.
• Background in graph theory or network optimization.
• Familiarity with telemetry pipelines and analytics.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 5% company match.
• Stock options for all regular employees.
• Up to four weeks of paid time off and 14 company-paid holidays.
• Education Support Program.
• Commitment to an inclusive, safe, and collaborative workplace.