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Rocket Lab is seeking a Lead, Operations Software to join its IT team at either the Long Beach, CA or Auckland, NZ facility. In this role, you will report to the Manager, Operations Software and lead a team of up to 8 engineers responsible for architecting, developing, and supporting software systems that configure, command, and monitor launch vehicles (Electron, Neutron), spacecraft, and ground systems.
You will provide vision, technical direction, and project coordination to a high-performing software team while actively engaging with business stakeholders across Rocket Lab to define requirements and manage deliverables. Key responsibilities include leading the architecture and implementation of software for testing and mission operations, taking ownership of team contributions and managing technical and schedule risks, developing and refining software architecture designs, facilitating agile development practices including code reviews, creating documentation for developers and end-users, coaching and mentoring team members, and identifying improvement opportunities within the team.
You will demonstrate innovation in technical fields to keep Rocket Lab at the leading edge of technology, collaborate with stakeholder groups to ensure tools are fit for purpose and intuitive, and ensure compliance with health and safety policies and standard operating procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5+ years of software development experience and a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
- Experience with Git
- Experience with Jira or other issue tracking systems
- Proficiency in a statically typed language such as Go, C#, or C++
- Experience in user interface development
NICE-TO-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with network protocols (UDP / TCP / gRPC / CCSDS)
- High-performance systems and scalability
- Experience with Linux containers, cloud application development, and Kubernetes
- Familiarity with CI/CD systems
- Knowledge of human factors engineering
- Experience with TypeScript development
- Experience with Scrum or Kanban methodologies
NOTE: For US office positions, candidates must be a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible to obtain required authorizations under ITAR regulations. For New Zealand office positions, background checks including nationality verification will be conducted; eligibility requires citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, EU member states, or NATO countries.
