Ground Software Engineer Verified today

AST SpaceMobile · Hyderabad, India · Software · first seen 2026-08-12

About AST SpaceMobile

AST SpaceMobile is building the first global cellular broadband network in space, operating directly with standard mobile devices. We deliver connectivity solutions for commercial and government applications.

The Role

As Ground Software Engineer, you will design and implement graphical interfaces and full-stack software supporting ground operations and mission control for our satellite constellation. You will be an integral member of the Software Team, working closely with USA division colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and implement graphical interfaces for software applications in support of mission operations for constellation-based satellites
  • Develop and maintain user interfaces for websites and applications
  • Collaborate with designers and backend developers to integrate frontend and backend components seamlessly
  • Create responsive designs optimized for mobile and other devices
  • Work with relational and non-relational database systems

Required Experience and Skills

  • Minimum 3-5 years in frontend and backend development roles
  • Full stack development proficiency
  • Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
  • Experience with frameworks: NodeJS, FastAPI, React, Angular, Vue, Flutter, Swift, or Android Studio
  • Programming languages: Node.js, Java, Python, Go, or equivalent
  • Experience with relational and non-relational databases
  • Version control systems
  • Containerization with Docker
  • Comfortable working on Linux and Windows environments
  • Ability to integrate third-party code with existing systems
  • Familiarity with DevOps implementation

Preferred Qualifications

  • DevOps concepts in complex environments
  • Continuous integration, testing, deployment, and monitoring
  • Container managers: Docker-Compose or Kubernetes
  • Cloud providers, specifically AWS

Education

BTech, MCA, or MSc

Soft Skills

  • Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Attention to detail in documentation and deliverables
  • Agile process experience

Tools

Jira, Visual Studio, IDE

Work Environment

Standard office environment with extended computer use.