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Urgent! Senior Software Engineer - Neutron Configuration Management Job Opening In Auckland – Now Hiring Rocket Lab

Senior Software Engineer Neutron Configuration Management



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Senior Software Engineer - Neutron Configuration Management | Auckland, NZ

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more.

Our Space Systems business designs and builds satellites, payloads, and components used on NASA missions and the James Webb Space Telescope.

What you’ll get to do:

Neutron is Rocket Lab’s medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle under development.

You will architect, implement, and maintain software solutions that manage and control configuration data for the Neutron program.

Configuration data describes the design, performance, and characteristics of the launch vehicle and supporting systems.

It ensures engineers, analysts and operators are using consistent information before, during, and after flight.

Your products will ensure the completeness and correctness of configuration data across Design, Analysis, Vehicle Integration, Software, Operations, and Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Work closely with Engineering teams to gather and understand configuration data requirements
  • Design, develop, and maintain software solutions for configuration data management, including automated processes to manage data updates and deployment
  • Own, maintain, and drive the successful delivery of configuration tooling projects through direct project management and/or collaboration with workstream leaders
  • Understand and leverage Shared Service team capabilities and existing products
  • Review and/or contribute directly to codebases as needed
  • Perform audits and quality checks to ensure compliance with internal and external standards
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to configuration data management
  • Provide documentation and training on your products and processes to other team members

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelors, Masters, or PhD in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Physics, or related field
  • Minimum of 5 years relevant professional experience
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or C++
  • Experience with tools like Git, TeamCity, or Ansible
  • Familiar with a Linux based development environment
  • Strong understanding of database design and management
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

  • A working knowledge of physical concepts related to aerospace systems
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.)
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
  • Experience with Bazel
  • Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
  • Experience with manufacturing/production environments

WHAT TO EXPECT

We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth.

It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others deem impossible.

We prize collaboration, support, and hands-on involvement across tasks big and small, thriving under pressure and tight deadlines.

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, Rocket Lab employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible to obtain required authorizations.

Learn more about ITAR here.

EEO NOTICE : Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

COMPLIANCE : For US candidates, ITAR/EAR export compliance restrictions apply.

For NZ candidates, background checks may be undertaken prior to employment offers as required.

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Software Architecture & Engineering



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