Umbra

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Umbra · Supports Organization

“we design, build, test, and operate advanced systems – from sensors to spacecraft”

Supports Organization · hq city

“Arlington, VA”

Umbra · Supports System

“Umbra Power Package — complete satellite power system with Power Management Unit (PMU)](https://umbra.space/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Frame-9-768x1024.png) Power Package”

Forge · Oct 6, 2026 · Supports Funding round · amount

“12/01/2021 Series A-3 $25M $16.42 $402.06M Undislosed Investors”

Multiples · Oct 6, 2026 · Supports Funding round, Funding round · amount

“The most recent completed round was a $75M Series B in December 2022.”

Tracxn · Oct 6, 2026 · Supports Funding round

“Crosscut Ventures, located in Santa Monica (United States), made their first investment in Umbra on May 02, 2018 in its Seed round.”

TechCrunch · Jul 19, 2023 · Supports Funding round, Funding round · post money valuation usd, Organization · ownership

“beginning with a small pre-seed round in 2018”

SpaceNews · Apr 28, 2021 · Supports Funding round

“raised $32 million in an investment round led by the family office venture fund of Passport Capital founder John Burbank”

PRWeb · Apr 28, 2021 · Supports Funding round · amount

“announced that it has raised $32 million in equity financing. The financing was led by Nimble Ventures”

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission · Jan 7, 2021 · Supports Funding round

“Total Amount Sold $32,379,967 USD”

Crunchbase via Bright Data · Supports Role · founders

“{"founders": [{"id": "david-langan", "type": "person", "value": "David Langan"}, {"id": "gabe-dominocielo", "type": "person", "value": "Gabe Dominocielo"}]}”

LinkedIn via Bright Data · Supports Organization · company size, Organization · founded, Organization · headquarters, Organization · logo, Organization · url, Organization metric · employees in linkedin, Organization metric · followers

“{"company_size": "51-200 employees"}”

LinkedIn via Bright Data · Supports Job posting · job listing

“{"company_id": "18111757", "company_name": "Umbra", "company_url": "https://www.linkedin.com/company/umbraspace?trk=public_jobs_topcard-org-name", "job_employment_type": "Full-time", "job_location": "Santa Barbara, CA", "job_posted_time": "2 weeks ago", "job_posting_id": "4448639727", "job_seniority_level": "Mid-Senior level", "job_summary": "Umbra is an American space technology company delivering advanced systems, from sensors to spacecraft, that empower customers worldwide with unmatched access to critical information from space. Our mission is simple and ambitious: redefine space—for people, systems, and missions in every domain. Umbra's ecosystem operates through three business units: Remote Sensing (the data), Space Systems (the components), and Mission Solutions (the platforms).Together, our teams develop capabilities that deliver persistent access, resilient performance, and mission-ready solutions, advancing U.S. space leadership while keeping the world safe and informed. About The Team Remote Sensing - The Data Remote Sensing is where Umbra got its start, and our agile Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) constellation remains the most capable on the market. We transform satellite data into real-world, actionable insights that strengthen U.S. national security and intelligence, support disaster response, and advance scientific discovery. Our team delivers data at scale with unmatched quality, persistence, and the speed and responsiveness our partners demand. If you want to work on cutting-edge space technology that's redefining what's possible in remote sensing, you belong here at Umbra. About The Job We are seeking an experienced Senior Site Reliability Engineer to help design, build, operate, and scale the mission- and business-critical infrastructure that powers Umbra's systems. In this role, you will leverage a deep understanding of modern infrastructure, distributed systems, and the broader technology stack to drive technical excellence, make thoughtful architectural decisions, and balance long-term scalability with operational reliability. You'll partner closely with engineering teams to improve processes, champion best practices, evaluate emerging technologies, and implement solutions that enhance the performance, resilience, and efficiency of our platforms. The ideal candidate is a collaborative technical leader who communicates effectively across technical and non-technical teams and drives meaningful improvements that have a lasting impact across the organization. This position is based on-site in either our Arlington, VA office, Reston, VA office or Santa Barbara/Goleta, CA office. Key Responsibilities Ensure the reliability and scalability of critical systems, meeting SLAs through proactive monitoring and effective incident response. Develop and promote new technologies and tools, conducting research and creating proofs of concept to introduce solutions that enhance the team's capabilities. Lead by example in fostering a culture of excellence and reliability. Continuously evaluate and improve team processes and workflows to increase efficiency and reduce complexity. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, product managers, and stakeholders to align on technical strategy and provide expert guidance. Participate in on-call rotations, providing support and resolving complex technical issues. Requirements Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field. 5-8+ years in a Site Reliability Engineer or DevOps role supporting a SaaS platform, with demonstrated expertise managing distributed systems. Extensive experience with AWS services (EC2, S3, Lambda, VPC Networking) and deep knowledge of cloud infrastructure, networking, and security best practices. Proficiency running, optimizing, and scaling Kubernetes clusters in production environments. Experience using and writing Terraform to architect and manage production infrastructure. Ability to create and utilize Infrastructure-as-code (IaC), GitOps practices, and automation tools to increase reliability and reduce manual tasks. Proven success in leading teams or projects using Agile/Scrum methodologies. Expertise in infrastructure and software architecture, capable of designing and implementing large-scale, reliable systems with minimal guidance. Experience developing and managing comprehensive infrastructure monitoring and alerting strategies. Desired Qualifications 10+ years in a Site Reliability Engineer or DevOps role supporting a SaaS platform, with demonstrated expertise managing distributed systems. Advanced understanding of cloud and application security, identity management, and compliance. Expertise in service mesh and service registration technologies, focusing on performance and reliability. Experience in the aerospace industry. Benefits Flexible Time Off, Sick, Family & Medical Leave Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD (employer funded) Vol Life, Critical Illness, Accidental, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance (employee funded) 401k with 3% non-elective company contribution Stock Options Free Parking Free lunch daily in office Umbra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Employment Eligibility Verification In compliance with federal laws, all hired persons will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) upon hire. ITAR/EAR Requirements This position may include access to technology and/or data that is subject to U.S. export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR. To comply with federal export controls, all persons hired must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or must otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable. Pay Transparency This job posting may cover multiple career levels. To ensure greater transparency, we provide base salary ranges for all roles, regardless of location. Our standard pay ranges are based on the role's function and level, benchmarked against similar growth-stage companies. Compensation may vary based on geographical location, as certain regions may have different cost-of-living factors. The final offer will also be influenced by the candidate's skills, responsibilities, and relevant experience. Compensation Range The Compensation Range for this role is $150,000 - $180,000 DOE. Show more Show less", "job_title": "Senior Site Reliability Engineer", "timestamp": "2026-10-05T05:41:57.638Z"}”

LinkedIn via Bright Data · Supports Job posting · job listing

“{"company_id": "18111757", "company_name": "Umbra", "company_url": "https://www.linkedin.com/company/umbraspace?trk=public_jobs_topcard-org-name", "job_employment_type": "Full-time", "job_location": "Santa Barbara, CA", "job_posted_time": "2 weeks ago", "job_posting_id": "4459078080", "job_seniority_level": "Mid-Senior level", "job_summary": "Umbra is an American space technology company delivering advanced systems, from sensors to spacecraft, that empower customers worldwide with unmatched access to critical information from space. Our mission is simple and ambitious: redefine space—for people, systems, and missions in every domain. Umbra's ecosystem operates through three business units: Remote Sensing (the data), Space Systems (the components), and Mission Solutions (the platforms).Together, our teams develop capabilities that deliver persistent access, resilient performance, and mission-ready solutions, advancing U.S. space leadership while keeping the world safe and informed. About The Team Remote Sensing - The Data Remote Sensing is where Umbra got its start, and our agile Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) constellation remains the most capable on the market. We transform satellite data into real-world, actionable insights that strengthen U.S. national security and intelligence, support disaster response, and advance scientific discovery. Our team delivers data at scale with unmatched quality, persistence, and the speed and responsiveness our partners demand. If you want to work on cutting-edge space technology that's redefining what's possible in remote sensing, you belong here at Umbra. About The Job We are seeking a Senior/Staff Data Platform Engineer to lead our data infrastructure architecture. The individual filling this position will collaborate with product owners and multidisciplinary engineering teams to design, develop, and maintain the data systems that support our autonomous satellite operations, analytics, and internal decision-making. They will play a key role in Umbra's efforts toward redefining how space radar data is consumed. This position is based on-site in either our Santa Barbara/Goleta, CA office, Arlington, VA office, or Reston, VA office. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and infrastructure to process, model, and analyze large volumes of satellite, operations, and business data Develop and optimize data models, data warehouses, lakehouse patterns, and dbt transformations to support internal analytics, machine learning applications, and operational decision-making Build and operate analytics and data platform capabilities using tools such as Databricks, dbt, Omni Analytics, and related cloud services Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and ensure data quality, reliability, performance, and usability Implement best practices for data governance, reliability, security, compliance, lineage, cost management, and observability Requirements Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science, data science, or a related field. 15+ years of professional experience as a data engineer or in similar roles. Strong proficiency in SQL and experience with data warehousing, lakehouse architecture, and analytics engineering concepts. Proficiency in data pipeline development using Python and SQL, utilizing version control and CI/CD best practices. Proficiency with analytics and visualization tools such as Omni Analytics, Tableau, Power BI, or similar. Experience with Databricks, Apache Hadoop Ecosystem (HDFS, Spark, HBase, etc), or similar large-scale data processing and lakehouse platforms. Experience with dbt or similar data transformation and modeling frameworks. Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure for building reliable data storage and processing. Familiarity with monitoring and observability solutions such as Datadog, Grafana, Prometheus, New Relic, Splunk, or similar. Effective communication skills, ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, and willingness to learn new skills and technology. Desired Qualifications Experience working in the aerospace industry. Experience with mission scheduling software and/or schedule optimization. Experience developing SAR image processing/formation applications. Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code, DevOps, Identity and Access Management, and Developer Platforms. Experience building custom GIS applications, STAC, or other imagery catalog APIs. Experience with semantic layers, data catalogs, lineage, or data quality tooling. Current security clearance or willingness and ability to acquire one. Benefits Flexible Time Off, Sick, Family & Medical Leave Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD (employer funded) Vol Life, Critical Illness, Accidental, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance (employee funded) 401k with 3% non-elective company contribution Stock Options Free parking Free lunch in office daily Umbra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Employment Eligibility Verification In compliance with federal laws, all hired persons will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) upon hire. ITAR/EAR Requirements This position may include access to technology and/or data that is subject to U.S. export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR. To comply with federal export controls, all persons hired must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or must otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable. Pay Transparency This job posting may cover multiple career levels. To ensure greater transparency, we provide base salary ranges for all roles, regardless of location. Our standard pay ranges are based on the role's function and level, benchmarked against similar growth-stage companies. Compensation may vary based on geographical location, as certain regions may have different cost-of-living factors. The final offer will also be influenced by the candidate's skills, responsibilities, and relevant experience. Compensation Range The Compensation Range for this role is $185,000- $220,000 DOE. Show more Show less", "job_title": "Staff Data Platform Engineer", "timestamp": "2026-10-05T05:41:59.067Z"}”

LinkedIn via Bright Data · Supports Job posting · job listing

“{"company_id": "18111757", "company_name": "Umbra", "company_url": "https://www.linkedin.com/company/umbraspace?trk=public_jobs_topcard-org-name", "job_employment_type": "Full-time", "job_location": "Arlington, VA", "job_posted_time": "1 week ago", "job_posting_id": "4469915872", "job_seniority_level": "Mid-Senior level", "job_summary": "Umbra is an American space technology company delivering advanced systems, from sensors to spacecraft, that empower customers worldwide with unmatched access to critical information from space. Our mission is simple and ambitious: redefine space—for people, systems, and missions in every domain. Umbra's ecosystem operates through three business units: Remote Sensing (the data), Space Systems (the components), and Mission Solutions (the platforms).Together, our teams develop capabilities that deliver persistent access, resilient performance, and mission-ready solutions, advancing U.S. space leadership while keeping the world safe and informed. About The Team Space Systems - The Components Space Systems is where Umbra turns hardware and software designs into on-orbit realities; developing, implementing and iterating mission-ready core technology, while simultaneously advancing the next generation of our own satellite constellation. Space Systems is vertically integrated across the satellite architecture, thus the team designs, builds, and tests an array of critical components and subsystems, including power systems, communications, control systems, deployment hardware, avionics, and payloads, as well as the flight software, firmware and digital design solutions to support the entire hardware stack. Our focus is on first principles engineering, and our mandate is simple: it has to work when it counts. Every bolt, board, and binary is proven on our own SAR constellation, ensuring flight-proven reliability where failure is not an option. If you want to work on cutting edge space technology while maintaining the highest standard for innovation and mission ready performance, you belong here at Umbra. About The Job We are seeking a Flight Software Engineer who has experience in Rust programming language to take an active role in the development and delivery of embedded flight software specifically tailored for Umbra missions. In this pivotal role, you will be tasked with a range of critical responsibilities, including but not limited to the formulation and specification of software requirements, the comprehensive design of robust software architecture, and the actual writing and implementation of code. You will take lead responsibility for the essential processes of system integration and testing, ensuring that all components function seamlessly together. In addition to your core development responsibilities, you will also be expected to provide expert guidance and mentorship in various aspects of software design, code development, and peer code reviews. Your role will include oversight of thorough documentation practices and the meticulous integration of the flight software with flight hardware, which encompasses conducting unit testing to ensure reliability and performance. Your contributions will be vital to the success of our missions, driving innovation and excellence in software engineering within our team. This position is based on-site in either our Santa Barbara/Goleta, CA office, Arlington, VA office, or Reston, VA office. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with a cross-disciplinary engineering team to design, develop, and maintain reliable, fault-tolerant flight and payload software. Implement software to meet requirements while managing interfaces with multiple spacecraft subsystems and ground systems hardware. Develop command and control software for spacecraft flight operations, payloads, and peripheral electronics. Participate in and contribute to test campaigns, from unit-level testing to automated system and subsystem-level testing. Create and maintain documentation for software operation and interfaces with other system components. Take on additional professional duties as assigned. Requirements Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field. 3+ years of proven experience in high-reliability software development with Rust or C/C++. 1+ years developing concurrent code with asynchronous Rust. 3+ years of embedded software development with Rust or C/C++. Experience programming on embedded ARM cores supporting SoC architectures in Linux, RTOS, or bare-metal environments. Strong understanding of processor architecture, with the ability to optimize code for performance and memory usage. Experience leading software development processes, including version control, CI/CD, bug tracking, and design documentation. Desired Qualifications Advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field, with 5+ years of relevant experience. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic development environment. Experience with software used in autonomous, fault-critical systems. Familiarity with Python programming. Background in developing, deploying, and maintaining software product lines. Knowledge of hardware interfaces such as Ethernet, SPI, I2C, UART, and PCIe. Experience with kernel development using Yocto. Knowledge of dynamics and control systems. Able to travel up to 10-15%. Benefits Flexible Time Off, Sick, Family & Medical Leave Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD (employer funded) Vol Life, Critical Illness, Accidental, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance (employee funded) 401k with 3% non-elective company contribution Stock Options Free Parking Free lunch daily in office Umbra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Employment Eligibility Verification In compliance with federal laws, all hired persons will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) upon hire. ITAR/EAR Requirements This position may include access to technology and/or data that is subject to U.S. export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR. To comply with federal export controls, all persons hired must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or must otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable. Pay Transparency This job posting may cover multiple career levels. To ensure greater transparency, we provide base salary ranges for all roles, regardless of location. Our standard pay ranges are based on the role's function and level, benchmarked against similar growth-stage companies. Compensation may vary based on geographical location, as certain regions may have different cost-of-living factors. The final offer will also be influenced by the candidate's skills, responsibilities, and relevant experience. Compensation Range The Compensation Range for this role is $135,000 - $165,000 DOE. Show more Show less", "job_title": "Flight Software Engineer (Rust)", "timestamp": "2026-10-05T05:42:00.068Z"}”

LinkedIn via Bright Data · Supports Job posting · job listing

“{"company_id": "18111757", "company_name": "Umbra", "company_url": "https://www.linkedin.com/company/umbraspace?trk=public_jobs_topcard-org-name", "job_employment_type": "Full-time", "job_location": "Santa Barbara, CA", "job_posted_time": "1 week ago", "job_posting_id": "4469923621", "job_seniority_level": "Mid-Senior level", "job_summary": "Umbra is an American space technology company delivering advanced systems, from sensors to spacecraft, that empower customers worldwide with unmatched access to critical information from space. Our mission is simple and ambitious: redefine space—for people, systems, and missions in every domain. Umbra's ecosystem operates through three business units: Remote Sensing (the data), Space Systems (the components), and Mission Solutions (the platforms).Together, our teams develop capabilities that deliver persistent access, resilient performance, and mission-ready solutions, advancing U.S. space leadership while keeping the world safe and informed. About The Team Space Systems - The Components Space Systems is where Umbra turns hardware and software designs into on-orbit realities; developing, implementing and iterating mission-ready core technology, while simultaneously advancing the next generation of our own satellite constellation. Space Systems is vertically integrated across the satellite architecture, thus the team designs, builds, and tests an array of critical components and subsystems, including power systems, communications, control systems, deployment hardware, avionics, and payloads, as well as the flight software, firmware and digital design solutions to support the entire hardware stack. Our focus is on first principles engineering, and our mandate is simple: it has to work when it counts. Every bolt, board, and binary is proven on our own SAR constellation, ensuring flight-proven reliability where failure is not an option. If you want to work on cutting edge space technology while maintaining the highest standard for innovation and mission ready performance, you belong here at Umbra. About The Job We are seeking a Flight Software Engineer who has experience in Rust programming language to take an active role in the development and delivery of embedded flight software specifically tailored for Umbra missions. In this pivotal role, you will be tasked with a range of critical responsibilities, including but not limited to the formulation and specification of software requirements, the comprehensive design of robust software architecture, and the actual writing and implementation of code. You will take lead responsibility for the essential processes of system integration and testing, ensuring that all components function seamlessly together. In addition to your core development responsibilities, you will also be expected to provide expert guidance and mentorship in various aspects of software design, code development, and peer code reviews. Your role will include oversight of thorough documentation practices and the meticulous integration of the flight software with flight hardware, which encompasses conducting unit testing to ensure reliability and performance. Your contributions will be vital to the success of our missions, driving innovation and excellence in software engineering within our team. This position is based on-site in either our Santa Barbara/Goleta, CA office, Arlington, VA office, or Reston, VA office. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with a cross-disciplinary engineering team to design, develop, and maintain reliable, fault-tolerant flight and payload software. Implement software to meet requirements while managing interfaces with multiple spacecraft subsystems and ground systems hardware. Develop command and control software for spacecraft flight operations, payloads, and peripheral electronics. Participate in and contribute to test campaigns, from unit-level testing to automated system and subsystem-level testing. Create and maintain documentation for software operation and interfaces with other system components. Take on additional professional duties as assigned. Requirements Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field. 3+ years of proven experience in high-reliability software development with Rust or C/C++. 1+ years developing concurrent code with asynchronous Rust. 3+ years of embedded software development with Rust or C/C++. Experience programming on embedded ARM cores supporting SoC architectures in Linux, RTOS, or bare-metal environments. Strong understanding of processor architecture, with the ability to optimize code for performance and memory usage. Experience leading software development processes, including version control, CI/CD, bug tracking, and design documentation. Desired Qualifications Advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field, with 5+ years of relevant experience. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic development environment. Experience with software used in autonomous, fault-critical systems. Familiarity with Python programming. Background in developing, deploying, and maintaining software product lines. Knowledge of hardware interfaces such as Ethernet, SPI, I2C, UART, and PCIe. Experience with kernel development using Yocto. Knowledge of dynamics and control systems. Able to travel up to 10-15%. Benefits Flexible Time Off, Sick, Family & Medical Leave Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD (employer funded) Vol Life, Critical Illness, Accidental, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance (employee funded) 401k with 3% non-elective company contribution Stock Options Free Parking Free lunch daily in office Umbra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Employment Eligibility Verification In compliance with federal laws, all hired persons will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) upon hire. ITAR/EAR Requirements This position may include access to technology and/or data that is subject to U.S. export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR. To comply with federal export controls, all persons hired must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or must otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable. Pay Transparency This job posting may cover multiple career levels. To ensure greater transparency, we provide base salary ranges for all roles, regardless of location. Our standard pay ranges are based on the role's function and level, benchmarked against similar growth-stage companies. Compensation may vary based on geographical location, as certain regions may have different cost-of-living factors. The final offer will also be influenced by the candidate's skills, responsibilities, and relevant experience. Compensation Range The Compensation Range for this role is $135,000 - $165,000 DOE. Show more Show less", "job_title": "Flight Software Engineer (Rust)", "timestamp": "2026-10-05T05:41:57.292Z"}”

LinkedIn via Bright Data · Supports Job posting · job listing

“{"company_id": "18111757", "company_name": "Umbra", "company_url": "https://www.linkedin.com/company/umbraspace?trk=public_jobs_topcard-org-name", "job_employment_type": "Full-time", "job_location": "Reston, VA", "job_posted_time": "1 week ago", "job_posting_id": "4469934065", "job_seniority_level": "Mid-Senior level", "job_summary": "Umbra is an American space technology company delivering advanced systems, from sensors to spacecraft, that empower customers worldwide with unmatched access to critical information from space. Our mission is simple and ambitious: redefine space—for people, systems, and missions in every domain. Umbra's ecosystem operates through three business units: Remote Sensing (the data), Space Systems (the components), and Mission Solutions (the platforms).Together, our teams develop capabilities that deliver persistent access, resilient performance, and mission-ready solutions, advancing U.S. space leadership while keeping the world safe and informed. About The Team Space Systems - The Components Space Systems is where Umbra turns hardware and software designs into on-orbit realities; developing, implementing and iterating mission-ready core technology, while simultaneously advancing the next generation of our own satellite constellation. Space Systems is vertically integrated across the satellite architecture, thus the team designs, builds, and tests an array of critical components and subsystems, including power systems, communications, control systems, deployment hardware, avionics, and payloads, as well as the flight software, firmware and digital design solutions to support the entire hardware stack. Our focus is on first principles engineering, and our mandate is simple: it has to work when it counts. Every bolt, board, and binary is proven on our own SAR constellation, ensuring flight-proven reliability where failure is not an option. If you want to work on cutting edge space technology while maintaining the highest standard for innovation and mission ready performance, you belong here at Umbra. About The Job We are seeking a Flight Software Engineer who has experience in Rust programming language to take an active role in the development and delivery of embedded flight software specifically tailored for Umbra missions. In this pivotal role, you will be tasked with a range of critical responsibilities, including but not limited to the formulation and specification of software requirements, the comprehensive design of robust software architecture, and the actual writing and implementation of code. You will take lead responsibility for the essential processes of system integration and testing, ensuring that all components function seamlessly together. In addition to your core development responsibilities, you will also be expected to provide expert guidance and mentorship in various aspects of software design, code development, and peer code reviews. Your role will include oversight of thorough documentation practices and the meticulous integration of the flight software with flight hardware, which encompasses conducting unit testing to ensure reliability and performance. Your contributions will be vital to the success of our missions, driving innovation and excellence in software engineering within our team. This position is based on-site in either our Santa Barbara/Goleta, CA office, Arlington, VA office, or Reston, VA office. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with a cross-disciplinary engineering team to design, develop, and maintain reliable, fault-tolerant flight and payload software. Implement software to meet requirements while managing interfaces with multiple spacecraft subsystems and ground systems hardware. Develop command and control software for spacecraft flight operations, payloads, and peripheral electronics. Participate in and contribute to test campaigns, from unit-level testing to automated system and subsystem-level testing. Create and maintain documentation for software operation and interfaces with other system components. Take on additional professional duties as assigned. Requirements Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field. 3+ years of proven experience in high-reliability software development with Rust or C/C++. 1+ years developing concurrent code with asynchronous Rust. 3+ years of embedded software development with Rust or C/C++. Experience programming on embedded ARM cores supporting SoC architectures in Linux, RTOS, or bare-metal environments. Strong understanding of processor architecture, with the ability to optimize code for performance and memory usage. Experience leading software development processes, including version control, CI/CD, bug tracking, and design documentation. Desired Qualifications Advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field, with 5+ years of relevant experience. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic development environment. Experience with software used in autonomous, fault-critical systems. Familiarity with Python programming. Background in developing, deploying, and maintaining software product lines. Knowledge of hardware interfaces such as Ethernet, SPI, I2C, UART, and PCIe. Experience with kernel development using Yocto. Knowledge of dynamics and control systems. Able to travel up to 10-15%. Benefits Flexible Time Off, Sick, Family & Medical Leave Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD (employer funded) Vol Life, Critical Illness, Accidental, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance (employee funded) 401k with 3% non-elective company contribution Stock Options Free Parking Free lunch daily in office Umbra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Employment Eligibility Verification In compliance with federal laws, all hired persons will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) upon hire. ITAR/EAR Requirements This position may include access to technology and/or data that is subject to U.S. export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR. To comply with federal export controls, all persons hired must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or must otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable. Pay Transparency This job posting may cover multiple career levels. To ensure greater transparency, we provide base salary ranges for all roles, regardless of location. Our standard pay ranges are based on the role's function and level, benchmarked against similar growth-stage companies. Compensation may vary based on geographical location, as certain regions may have different cost-of-living factors. The final offer will also be influenced by the candidate's skills, responsibilities, and relevant experience. Compensation Range The Compensation Range for this role is $135,000 - $165,000 DOE. Show more Show less", "job_title": "Flight Software Engineer (Rust)", "timestamp": "2026-10-05T05:41:58.927Z"}”