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Software Engineer (Senior)

Remote, Czech Republic
Category
Software & Data
Job Type
Full-time
Experience
Senior

Job Description

Software Engineer (Senior) - ZAITRA

Career Software Engineer (Senior)

Software Engineer (Senior)

ZAITRA, established in 2020, is a startup with a primary emphasis on delivering tailored flight software and cutting-edge AI solutions for space missions. Our endeavours encompass projects for both the European Space Agency and commercial customers.

About the role

As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining the software that integrates our AI models into hardware/software solutions deployed onboard spacecraft or satellites. This entails:

  • Designing, implementing, testing, and maintaining our software libraries and products.

  • Optimizing code to run efficiently on low-resource hardware.

  • Establishing and maintaining internal tools and workflows to support our development processes.

  • Collaborating with other teams to ensure seamless integration of AI models with onboard systems.

Required qualifications

  • A technical background in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.

  • Strong knowledge of Python programming.

  • Proven experience with at least one low-level programming language, such as Rust or C++.

  • Hands-on experience in software development, including design, implementation, testing, and debugging.

  • Proficiency in Git (including conflict resolution, rebasing, and writing clear commit messages).

  • Previous experience in creating production-grade solutions (at least through personal or open-source projects).

  • Willingness to learn and improve, especially in embedded development or machine learning.

  • Enthusiasm for space.

What we offer

  • Hybrid work (preferably with at least 3 days a week in our office).

  • Flexible working hours.

  • Modern offices near the center of Brno.

  • Direct impact on the development and direction of products for space missions.

  • Involvement in the development of solutions to be deployed in Earth's orbit and beyond.

  • 5 weeks of vacation.

  • Meal vouchers.

  • Team-building activities and company events.

What is nice to have

  • Familiarity with embedded systems or low-level programming.

  • Experience with machine learning, even on personal or experimental projects.

  • Understanding of ECSS standards.

  • Active contribution to open-source projects.

Interview process

  • Submit your CV and short cover letter via email to [email protected].

  • Attend a 30-minute call with the CTO and HR.

  • Complete a short take-home task.

  • Participate in a 60-minute technical screening, including a review of your task.

  • Receive an offer.

Where: Brno
Type: Full time
Contact: [email protected]

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Posted March 26, 2026

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