Software Engineer

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Be part of a new era in communications, transforming connectivity with Eutelsat – the world’s first GEO-LEO integrated global satellite operator.

As a leader in satellite communications, we provide global connectivity solutions - connecting businesses, communities, and governments around the world. We can connect you at on land, at sea and in the air. We also deliver broadcast television channels and packages, transmitting vital news reports around the world.

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• Pioneer the future of Space Technology
• Bring connectivity to remote frontiers
• Collaborate with customer-centric experts
• Embrace cultural diversity in our global team

In a dynamic industry where passion drives our teams to make a difference to become the most trusted partner for global satellite connectivity, you will elevate your skills in a stretching, rewarding, and meaningful environment. At Eutelsat, we’re united by inclusion and diversity, striving for gender balance and social responsibility, on Earth and in Space.

Why Eutelsat?

• Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: With colleagues from over 75 countries, we embrace our global DNA and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We are proud that one-third of our executive team and 60% of our board are represented by women.
• Ways of Working That Drive Us : As "One Team," we work collaboratively towards shared goals, with customer-centricity, respect, and inclusivity as our guiding principles.
• Sustainability at Our Core: At Eutelsat, sustainability is more than just a word; it’s woven into our strategy. We’re dedicated to balancing social, environmental, and economic growth - both on Earth and in space.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible schedules and hybrid/remote work options to help you balance your personal and professional life. At Eutelsat, we are committed to supporting your well-being and ensuring you have the flexibility you need to succeed both at work and at home.

Ready to grow with us? Apply today and help us build a more inclusive, sustainable future in the world of satellite technology

Job Overview

We are looking for a Software Engineer to join our SWENG team with an initial mandate focused on test automation, architecture and engineering enablement.

While the long-term trajectory of this role involves pure SWENG focused on core distributed systems development for our LEO–GEO satellite operations. Your first 3 to 6 months will be centered on designing and building the testing frameworks, automation pipelines, and validation infrastructure that empower the broader engineering group to ship reliable code at scale.Working at Eutelsat is challenging and rewarding in equal measure: the workload is substantial, the pace is fast, and the exposure to mission-critical distributed systems is unparalleled. You will help build software that supports our satellite operations, network operations, customer provisioning, and user terminals (UTs), starting with a foundation of robust automated testing and continuous validation.

Who You Are

Passionate about software engineering, you excel in building scalable, reliable, and secure systems, and you view quality, testing, and automation as core engineering challenges rather than afterthoughts. You enjoy working on diverse, high-impact projects, from mission-critical operational tools to large-scale infrastructure platforms. Curious and collaborative, you adapt quickly, solve problems effectively, and bring strong technical communication to cross-functional teamwork.

What You’ll Do

• Design, build, and maintain production-grade software, with an initial, intensive focus on architecting robust automated testing infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and validation harnesses for the wider engineering team.
• Work on systems for the Network Operations Center (NOC) and Satellite Operations Center (SOC), including provisioning, resource management, mission planning, and operational control.
• Contribute to architecture decisions for scalable, cloud-native, microservices-based solutions.
• Apply DevSecOps and advanced automated testing practices to enforce high software quality and prevent regressions in mission-critical environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate operational needs and business requirements into robust technical implementations and automated test coverage.
• Participate in iterative, sprint-based development cycles and Agile ceremonies (planning, review, retrospectives).
• Work with senior engineers to learn best practices, contributing to a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Need

• 2+ years in software engineering, delivering complex distributed systems, test automation frameworks, or adjacent engineering tooling.
• Strong proficiency in any modern programming language (Python, Java, Go, etc.) - we value depth of knowledge over specific stacks.Proficiency in highly scalable web services and API design.
• Demonstrated experience building automated testing suites, test harnesses, and running rigorous quality campaigns in production environments.
• Proficiency in working with both SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Proficiency with AWS or other cloud platforms, and orchestration frameworks (e.g., Kubernetes).
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code, and secure development practices.
• A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or proven experience building software at a professional level.
• Nice to have: Experience with mission-critical or industrial-grade systems; familiarity with satellite operations; basic understanding of networking and telecommunication standards (TCP/IP, LTE, 5G); front-end development experience.

Where You’ll Work: London, UK

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