Welcome to one of Europe’s most exciting New Space companies, creating the world's first fully connected mesh network in the sky. We are an international and diverse team of experts and engineers who have spent their careers expanding the boundaries and potential of space, now united in pursuit of a single vision.Now we are looking for the best talents for our locations in Munich and Berlin to help us make our vision come true.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Network Software Engineer to join our dynamic and innovative team. You will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions that drive the efficiency and reliability of our network infrastructure. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of software components and contribute to the optimization and security of our networked systems.This includes:

• Network Protocol Design and Implementation: Design, develop, and implement network protocols that govern data transmission and communication within our network infrastructure.
• Network Application Development: Create and maintain software-defined networking (SDN) solutions for our constellation network.
• Security Enhancement: Implement and improve security features to safeguard the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data transmitted over the network.
• Performance Optimization: Optimize the performance of networked applications and protocols to ensure efficient data transfer and minimal latency.
• Network Management: Develop tools and software for managing and monitoring network infrastructure, including configuration management, troubleshooting, and performance analysis.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with program and operations teams to develop and integrate new features and functionality into the network.
• Problem Solving: Identify and address technical challenges, making informed decisions and finding innovative solutions.
• Technology Evaluation: Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating their potential to enhance the company's software solutions.
• Leadership: Mentor and guide junior members of the team.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field
• Proven experience (5+ years) in network software development with a focus on software defined networking (SDN)
• A strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols (OSPF, BGP, MPLS L2 and L3 VPNs, LDP)
• Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in networking, such as C/C++, Java, Python, etc
• Familiarity with security principles and best practices for networked systems
• Experience with network management tools
• Basic knowledge of mobile networks (LTE and 5G) would be desirable
• Experience with with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI
• Familiarity with software development methodologies, such as Agile or Scrum
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent written and spoken English

We are an international team of space enthusiasts, following one great vision. We value equality in our work environment where different opinions, backgrounds and experiences are not only welcomed but also necessary to achieve the best result collaboratively. This permanent position was created recently and thus offers a lot of creative freedom. Our approach is to create a modern work environment with hybrid working model. We offer an attractive salary depending on your experience. Rivada Space Networks is an equal opportunity employer with the approach to create a diverse and inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, age, disability, or other individual characteristics.