Software Engineer – Lunar Rover Communications
Starpath
About this role
The Software Engineer – Lunar Rover Communications at Starpath is responsible for developing the software infrastructure that facilitates communication between Earth-based ground stations and lunar rovers. This role includes designing the telemetry system for rover data transmission and implementing a teleoperation interface for human control, ensuring compatibility with high-latency video streams. The engineer will collaborate with the Autonomy and Avionics teams to ensure seamless transitions between teleoperated and autonomous operations, requiring strong skills in programming (Python/C++), network software, and video streaming technologies.
Skills
Qualifications
About Starpath
starpath.spaceStarpath is an innovative company focused on making fully reusable missions to the Moon and Mars possible. Their mission encompasses the development of the essential infrastructure required for creating a self-sustaining city on Mars, including propellant production and solar energy technologies. With a strong commitment to space exploration, Starpath aims to enable humanity's transition into an interplanetary species by providing crucial resources and technologies for sustained life beyond Earth.
Recent company news
Exclusive: Starpath Unveils New Ultra-Thin Space Solar Panels
2 weeks ago
Starpath bets on mass-produced, space-rated solar
Sep 25, 2025
Starpath Slashes Space Solar Costs 90% With Mass Production Push
Sep 25, 2025
Powering Mars Settlements With the Sun
Sep 30, 2025
Starpath Raises $12 Million Seed Round
Aug 26, 2024
About Starpath
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
$95k – $127k
per year
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