Senior Manager of Software Engineering at LeoLabs

At LeoLabs, we are building the world’s most comprehensive living map of orbital activity to help military space commands, government agencies, and commercial operators navigate the complexities of space. Our radar network and AI-powered analytics are essential for safeguarding our way of life on Earth and ensuring the future of space exploration. We are looking for someone who shares our values of innovation, integrity, and impact to join us in tackling some of the most significant challenges in the aerospace industry.

Role at a glance

We are searching for a Senior Manager of Software Engineering to lead our cross-functional Insights team. This is a full-time, remote position for a seasoned manager who is ready to oversee a team of approximately 10 engineers within our broader 30-person software organization. You will be responsible for guiding the development of customer-facing analytics, API integrations, and cloud-based services from anywhere within our approved U.S. states.

Your impact

• Provide leadership and mentorship to a diverse team of Software, Site Reliability, and AI/ML Engineers to ensure the successful delivery of our software services.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of customer-facing analytics, user interfaces, and data lake integrations while ensuring our API and UI SLAs are consistently met.
• Champion a strong culture of Agile and DevOps excellence, specifically focusing on CI/CD practices and the deployment of software to secure networks.

What you'll need

• At least 7 years of experience as a Software Engineering Manager in a fast-paced development environment.
• An active U.S. security clearance and the ability to meet ITAR requirements for handling space technology.
• Extensive background in building and maintaining cloud-based services using AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Proven ability to deploy software services to U.S. High Side networks.
• Strong technical proficiency with databases like Postgres or MySQL.
• A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent professional experience.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization.

Perks and compensation

The salary range for this position is $205,000 - $261,000 USD. Compensation is determined by a variety of factors, including your specific skills, experience, and location. In addition to competitive pay, we offer:

• The flexibility of remote work.