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Senior Software Engineer, Simulation Infrastructure

Muon Space· Engineering - Software
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San Jose, CA$213k - $237kfull-timePosted 1mo ago

About the role

Senior Software Engineer to join Muon Space's Simulation team, building reliable web services and high-performance compute jobs, contributing to architectural direction, product delivery, and cross-functional collaboration. Hybrid role requiring on-site presence in San Jose, CA three days per week.

Responsibilities

  • Build and support in-house simulation services which meet the needs of stakeholder teams like business development, mission design, operations, and ground and flight software engineering
  • Break down complex technical goals into detailed and well-explained proposals
  • Collaborate with the team's physical-modeling experts to integrate simulation models into complete products
  • Integrate feedback from client teams to drive iterative improvements to our simulation products
  • Expand test coverage by developing novel off-nominal test scenarios
  • Work closely with the Software Test team to integrate simulation tools into automated testing campaigns
  • Lead by example with reliable estimation and planning
  • Ensure team alignment with company goals and success against performance metrics
  • Mentor Simulation and Test team engineers

Qualifications

  • Proven ability to collaborate with specialized experts to deliver complex, cross-functional products
  • B.S. or equivalent experience in Computer Science or a related field
  • 8+ years' experience as a software engineer in a team environment
  • Strong programming experience in Python and C++
  • Willingness to operate in novel technical domains
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills

Skills

Required:PythonC++

Benefits

  • equity compensation
  • medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k retirement plan
  • short & long term disability and life insurance
  • three weeks paid vacation for new employees
  • 12 paid holidays
  • unlimited sick time
  • paid parental leave
Last updated Sep 19, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Muon Space

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