Software Designer - Backend (Remote - Canada) at Jobgether

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Software Designer - Backend (Remote - Canada) at Jobgether. This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of Kepler. We are currently looking for a Software Designer - Backend in Canada.. Join a cutting-edge team building the digital backbone of space-based communication systems. In this role, you will design and develop scalable backend services that power satellite operations and mission control. Collaborating with operators, engineers, and product teams, you’ll deliver high-performance systems vital to the success of next-generation space infrastructure. From CI/CD pipelines to cloud deployment and container orchestration, this is a hands-on opportunity to push boundaries in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.. . Accountabilities:. . Design, build, and maintain robust backend software supporting satellite network operations and mission control automation.. . Ensure system performance, scalability, and security through best software engineering practices.. . Collaborate with satellite operators, customers, and internal teams to deliver reliable and efficient ground system solutions.. . Develop and optimize CI/CD pipelines to improve deployment workflows and reduce operational friction.. . Proactively monitor systems, identify issues, and implement enhancements to increase reliability and observability.. . . . 6+ years of experience with Python in production-grade environments.. . Degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent hands-on experience.. . Strong understanding of software architecture, testing methodologies, algorithms, and debugging.. . Proven experience with CI/CD tools such as GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins.. . Comfortable with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes) and infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g. Ansible, Terraform).. . Solid Linux skills and proficient use of git for version control.. . Strong communication and teamwork skills.. . Bonus Skills:. . Experience with AWS, Azure, or other cloud platforms.. . Familiarity with SQL/NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, DynamoDB).. . Experience with Python tools such as uv, pytest, setuptools, SWIG, and C-extensions.. . Understanding of computer networking and protocols, especially delay-tolerant networking.. . Exposure to event-driven architecture tools (e.g. Kafka, RabbitMQ) and observability stacks (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK).. . Company Location: Canada.