Software Engineer

Job Introduction

Serco is a leading Space Services Provider with thousands of skilled resources that has supported over 50 space missions on behalf of more than 10 Space or Government agencies around the globe, including the ESA and NASA. Serco offers space capability across the full space lifecycle from satellite testing to Launch services, LEOP to spacecraft operations, space surveillance to data management, and supporting downstream application development. With over 55 years history in the space sector Serco is well placed to contribute to National strategies and New Space ventures who want to scale their businesses/organizations with skilled talent.

We are looking for a dynamic Software Engineer to support the European Space Agency (ESA) at the European Space Astronomy Centre (ESAC) in Madrid in the development and operations of scientific missions. This is a fantastic opportunity to get into one of the most sought after space agencies in the world.

In this role you will be part of the development and operations team, in charge of the implementation, testing and operations of Downlink Systems for ESA science missions like PLATO, Solar Orbiter, Gaia or SMILE. Your role will be the one of a Software Developer within the Scrum team. You participate to the Sprint and Daily activities, will need to interact with ESA personnel to ensure proper implementation and testing of software, and to coordinate daily operational activities when needed.

Role Responsibility

As Software Engineer you will concentrate your activities on the following areas:

• Software configuration management activities.
• Setting up software infrastructure.
• Coding and unit testing of back-end and/or front-end solutions.
• Generation of automated End2End tests.
• Operations and monitoring of deployed micro-services.

Successful Candidate

Do you think you are the person we are looking for? See below what experience or knowledge you should bring:

Mandatory skills:

• Master’s degree or equivalent qualification in computer science, engineering and/or physics.
• +3 years’ experience in Software Engineering.

Knowledge and proven experience in:

• Modern programming languages (Java, Python, Angular).
• Software repositories (svn, git).
• Relational databases (MySQL).
• Project management tools (JIRA, Confluence).
• Continuous integration/deployment (Maven, Jenkins, Nexus, Ansible, Docker).
• Linux Operating Systems (Ubuntu, Red Hat).
• Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and familiarity with DevOps practices.
• Software engineering processes.
• Test automation.
• Comfortable with working in a diverse and multinational team environment.
• Proficient in the English language, both written and spoken.
• Knowledge of another EU member state language is an asset.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the EU.

Background knowledge in the following areas would be an asset:

• ESA software engineering processes and standards.
• Science operations.

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Package Description

What we offer if you join our amazing team:

• Competitive Salary 

• Corporate Benefits Package 

• Support provided to EU Nationals requiring relocation – Information available upon request

• Company events

About the Company

Why should you join Serco ?

At Serco not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play.

Meaningful and vital work - You’ll contribute to methodologically intercepting challenges whilst achievements will also be recognised and celebrated.

A world of opportunity - You’ll be wholeheartedly supported with development and career progression

Great people - You’ll become an integral member of a well-defined and supportive team who believe passionately in the value of our work.

What we offer

• Chance to contribute to innovation in the public services sector
• A company passionate about diversity and inclusion
• Permanent employment with comprehensive Serco Benefits package.

About Serco

At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play when managing complex public services.  

We are a team of 60,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world, we are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.

By joining Serco you will have unlimited access to our Global Employee Networks – SercoInspire (Gender), SercoEmbrace (Multicultural), SercoUnlimited (Disability) and In@Serco (LGBT & Networks). Serco Employee Networks, led by colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging. 

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Serco is a Disability Confident Employer committed to employing and retaining people with disabilities.  Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.

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https://www.serco.com/eu/sector-expertise/space

https://www.serco.com/eu/careers/careers-in-space

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