<h2><strong>About the Role</strong></h2><p>Muon seeks a Software Engineering Manager to lead the Simulation infrastructure team. This team builds high-performance simulations of our spacecraft and related systems, enabling Muon to make informed decisions about mission proposals as well as the design, manufacture, and operation of our orbital satellites.</p><p>In this role, you will grow the people, processes, and technical capabilities of a multidisciplinary team of physics-based modelling experts, product development engineers, and data analysts.  You will collaborate closely with the team’s architect and other engineering leaders, and participate in all stages of the company’s business from proposal bidding to on-orbit mission performance analysis.  And you will define and deliver best-in-the-industry simulations and analytic capabilities to keep Muon delivering ground-breaking missions for years to come.</p><p>This position is hybrid and requires working on-site in our San Jose, CA office three days per week.</p><h2><strong>Responsibilities</strong></h2><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop software engineers and scientists who build critical numerical modelling infrastructure, and perform comprehensive data analysis</li><li>Work with a variety of partners to synthesize a far-reaching team roadmap aligned with Muon’s priorities</li><li>Guide the execution of foundational projects to deliver the best possible understanding of the performance of complex space systems</li><li>Develop and track important quality and performance metrics to drive improvement in mission-critical systems</li><li>Collaborate with your leadership colleagues to architect organizational process that’ll serve for years to come</li><li>Manage team capacity, staffing, and growth, including hiring, coaching, and performance development</li><li>Be a voice of responsible and compassionate leadership in a fast-growing, dynamic workplace</li></ul><h2><strong>Qualifications</strong></h2><ul><li>BS/MS or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or a related field</li><li>5+ years of software engineering experience and 3+ years of experience managing software engineering teams building production systems</li><li>Demonstrated experience managing teams delivering on physical simulations and data analytics programs</li><li>Domain expertise of the application of physics-based modeling to the design, implementation, behavior, and testing of complex hardware</li><li>Proven track record managing teams building and maintaining reliable, scalable software tools</li><li>Extensive experience with software project resource estimation and scheduling</li><li>Accomplished history of hiring, training, and promoting software engineers and data scientists</li><li>Significant experience developing in languages such as C++, Python, TypeScript, or Julia</li><li>Strong communication skills, and comfort working with cross-functional stakeholders</li></ul><h2><strong>Nice-to-have Skills</strong></h2><ul><li>Familiarity with statistical analytic methods</li><li>Familiarity with failure analysis methods</li><li>Experience with Software-in-the-Loop (SITL) simulation testing</li><li>Experience with High Performance Computing (HPC) as it relates to physics simulations</li><li>Experience with event streaming and batch data processing pipelines</li><li>Knowledge of orbital dynamics as it pertains to spacecraft operations</li><li>Familiarity with space industry technology, terminology, and practices</li></ul><h2><strong>Salary</strong></h2><p>The salary range for this role is <span>$240,000 - $265,000</span>, plus a competitive equity grant and comprehensive benefits package. Final compensation will be determined based on skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location as assessed during the interview process. </p><div><h2><strong>About Muon Space</strong></h2><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">Founded in 2021, Muon Space is an end-to-end Space Systems Provider that designs, builds, and operates LEO satellite constellations delivering mission-critical data. Our revolutionary, integrated technology stack enables customers to optimize every dimension of their missions for faster time-to-orbit and superior constellation remote sensing performance. Our state-of-the-art facility in the heart of Silicon Valley is optimized for manufacturing spacecraft and rapid, flexible payload integration at scale. From climate monitoring to national security, Muon Space is dedicated to delivering Earth Intelligence for a safer and more resilient world.</span></p><h2><strong>Taking Care of Our Team</strong></h2><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">At Muon salary is only part of our total compensation package. In addition to salary, full-time employees receive equity compensation as well as benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k retirement plan, short &amp; long term disability and life insurance. We also offer three weeks paid vacation for new employees, along with 12 paid holidays, unlimited sick time and paid parental leave. </span></p><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">Our mission embraces the entire planet and we believe our team should too.  Muon is dedicated to creating a diverse and dynamic company and workforce. We believe in equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or gender identity. We value diversity in the workplace, and that starts with our applicants. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes, and we look forward to reviewing your application! In addition, if you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">Muon is currently registered and able to hire in the following states:<br>AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IL, IA, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NJ, NY, NC, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA</span></p><h2><strong>ITAR/EAR Requirements</strong></h2><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">This position requires access to export controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must either be (A) a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, (B) eligible to access the export controlled information without a required export authorization, or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. The Company may, for legitimate business reasons, decline to pursue any export licensing process.</span></p><p> </p></div>

<p>Muon is developing the world&rsquo;s most capable Earth-sensing satellite platform to power data-driven decisions in the Era of Climate Change.</p>

Senior Software Engineering Manager, Simulation Infrastructure

<h2><strong>About the Role</strong></h2><p>Muon seeks a Software Engineering Manager to lead the Simulation infrastructure team. This team builds high-performance simulations of our spacecraft and related systems, enabling Muon to make informed decisions about mission proposals as well as the design, manufacture, and operation of our orbital satellites.</p><p>In this role, you will grow the people, processes, and technical capabilities of a multidisciplinary team of physics-based modelling experts, product development engineers, and data analysts.  You will collaborate closely with the team’s architect and other engineering leaders, and participate in all stages of the company’s business from proposal bidding to on-orbit mission performance analysis.  And you will define and deliver best-in-the-industry simulations and analytic capabilities to keep Muon delivering ground-breaking missions for years to come.</p><p>This position is hybrid and requires working on-site in our San Jose, CA office three days per week.</p><h2><strong>Responsibilities</strong></h2><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop software engineers and scientists who build critical numerical modelling infrastructure, and perform comprehensive data analysis</li><li>Work with a variety of partners to synthesize a far-reaching team roadmap aligned with Muon’s priorities</li><li>Guide the execution of foundational projects to deliver the best possible understanding of the performance of complex space systems</li><li>Develop and track important quality and performance metrics to drive improvement in mission-critical systems</li><li>Collaborate with your leadership colleagues to architect organizational process that’ll serve for years to come</li><li>Manage team capacity, staffing, and growth, including hiring, coaching, and performance development</li><li>Be a voice of responsible and compassionate leadership in a fast-growing, dynamic workplace</li></ul><h2><strong>Qualifications</strong></h2><ul><li>BS/MS or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or a related field</li><li>5+ years of software engineering experience and 3+ years of experience managing software engineering teams building production systems</li><li>Demonstrated experience managing teams delivering on physical simulations and data analytics programs</li><li>Domain expertise of the application of physics-based modeling to the design, implementation, behavior, and testing of complex hardware</li><li>Proven track record managing teams building and maintaining reliable, scalable software tools</li><li>Extensive experience with software project resource estimation and scheduling</li><li>Accomplished history of hiring, training, and promoting software engineers and data scientists</li><li>Significant experience developing in languages such as C++, Python, TypeScript, or Julia</li><li>Strong communication skills, and comfort working with cross-functional stakeholders</li></ul><h2><strong>Nice-to-have Skills</strong></h2><ul><li>Familiarity with statistical analytic methods</li><li>Familiarity with failure analysis methods</li><li>Experience with Software-in-the-Loop (SITL) simulation testing</li><li>Experience with High Performance Computing (HPC) as it relates to physics simulations</li><li>Experience with event streaming and batch data processing pipelines</li><li>Knowledge of orbital dynamics as it pertains to spacecraft operations</li><li>Familiarity with space industry technology, terminology, and practices</li></ul><h2><strong>Salary</strong></h2><p>The salary range for this role is <span>$240,000 - $265,000</span>, plus a competitive equity grant and comprehensive benefits package. Final compensation will be determined based on skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location as assessed during the interview process. </p><div><h2><strong>About Muon Space</strong></h2><p><span>Founded in 2021, Muon Space is an end-to-end Space Systems Provider that designs, builds, and operates LEO satellite constellations delivering mission-critical data. Our revolutionary, integrated technology stack enables customers to optimize every dimension of their missions for faster time-to-orbit and superior constellation remote sensing performance. Our state-of-the-art facility in the heart of Silicon Valley is optimized for manufacturing spacecraft and rapid, flexible payload integration at scale. From climate monitoring to national security, Muon Space is dedicated to delivering Earth Intelligence for a safer and more resilient world.</span></p><h2><strong>Taking Care of Our Team</strong></h2><p><span>At Muon salary is only part of our total compensation package. In addition to salary, full-time employees receive equity compensation as well as benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k retirement plan, short &amp; long term disability and life insurance. We also offer three weeks paid vacation for new employees, along with 12 paid holidays, unlimited sick time and paid parental leave. </span></p><p><span>Our mission embraces the entire planet and we believe our team should too.  Muon is dedicated to creating a diverse and dynamic company and workforce. We believe in equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or gender identity. We value diversity in the workplace, and that starts with our applicants. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes, and we look forward to reviewing your application! In addition, if you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.</span></p><p><span>Muon is currently registered and able to hire in the following states:<br />AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IL, IA, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NJ, NY, NC, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA</span></p><h2><strong>ITAR/EAR Requirements</strong></h2><p><span>This position requires access to export controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must either be (A) a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, (B) eligible to access the export controlled information without a required export authorization, or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. The Company may, for legitimate business reasons, decline to pursue any export licensing process.</span></p><p> </p></div>

Senior Software Engineering Manager, Simulation Infrastructure

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