Mechanisms Engineer
Starcloud
About this role
Starcloud is developing space-based data centers with innovative mechanisms such as deployable solar panels and radiators. The company aims to redefine the future of energy by building a network of space data centers, leveraging advances in space technology and energy solutions.
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About Starcloud
starcloud.comStarcloud builds and operates orbital data centers that deliver scalable computing for AI training and satellite-data processing. Its space-based infrastructure leverages 24/7 solar power and claims to offer up to 90% lower electricity costs while enabling continuous, high-density compute. Also known as Lumen Orbit, Starcloud targets AI developers and satellite operators seeking energy-efficient, high-performance off‑Earth compute capacity. The company was founded in 2024 and positions itself as infrastructure for the future of AI and space-native data processing.
Recent company news
CNBC‘Greetings, earthlings’: Nvidia-backed Starcloud trains first AI model in space as orbital data center race heats up
Dec 10, 2025
KUOWThe great data center space race includes a small company in Redmond
1 month ago
NVIDIA BlogHow Starcloud Is Bringing Data Centers to Outer Space
Oct 15, 2025
crn.comAWS Is Going To Space With Data Center Startup Starcloud Via Outposts To Run AI Models
3 weeks ago
GeekWireStarcloud plans its next power plays after training first AI model in space
Dec 22, 2025
About Starcloud
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$114k – $214k
per year