Staff Software Engineer, Enterprise Services
 Blacksky Holdings LLC | |
$150,000-$170,000
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parental leave, 401(k)
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 United States, Virginia, Herndon | |
| 2411 Dulles Corner Park (Show on map) | |
 Aug 07, 2025 | |
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Staff Software Engineer, Enterprise Services About Us: BlackSky is a real-time intelligence company. We own and operate the world's most advanced space-based intelligence platform and provide customers satellite imagery, automated analytics and high-frequency monitoring of strategic locations, economic assets and events from around the globe. BlackSky is trusted by the most demanding allied military and intelligence organizations and commercial companies to deliver foresight into critical matters that affect national security and the economy. BlackSky's data enables governments and businesses to see, understand and anticipate change as it happens, giving them the ultimate strategic advantage so they can act quickly. Our global team works with cutting-edge technology to make a difference around the world and prides itself on being people-first, customer-focused and fun. We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer with a background in Kubernetes and Infrastructure as a Service to join our Enterprise Services Team. In this role you will design, develop, deploy, and migrate enterprise grade solutions for both internally hosted and customer hosted solutions. You will work with internal stakeholders and high-profile customers to deliver customized solutions that integrate functionality with our core systems. These systems are cloud native, docker deployed, or Kubernetes managed systems with a focus on bringing your expertise in Kubernetes to the larger team. We're looking for someone who brings strong development experience and can collaborate effectively with DevOps and Infrastructure teams. Candidates should have experience migrating existing applications to Kubernetes as well as GitHub and GitOps workflows and tools for continuous development. Strong written and verbal communications skills are essential. The candidate will also be expected to mentor other developers on Kubernetes best practices and deployment strategies that align with the company's overall goals, strategies, and policies. This role is remote and candidates and will report to the Manager of Enterprise Services. The team operates primarily on East Coast time. While the locations listed in the job posting are ideal, we would love candidates near our Herndon, VA office. We may also consider remote candidates in certain states. Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Life at BlackSky for full-time benefits-eligible employees includes:
The anticipated salary range for candidates in Seattle, WA is $150,000-$170,000 per year. The final compensation package offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on specific background and education. BlackSky is a multi-state employer, and this pay scale may not reflect salary ranges in other states or locations outside of Seattle, WA. BlackSky is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. EEO/AAP/ Pay Transparency Statements: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf | |