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As of Jun 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for fastapi python in Los Angeles, CA is $63.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.07 and $71.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectFastapi PythonDjango Developer
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Required SkillsPython, asynchronous programming, REST APIsPython, Django framework, HTML/CSS, databases

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Senior Ground Software Engineer I - TS/SCI

Senior Ground Software Engineer I - TS/SCI

Rocket Lab Corporation

Long Beach, CA

$128K - $169K/yr

Other

Posted 5 hours ago

Rocket Lab rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

9th of 60 rated aerospace companies

Job description

SPACE SYSTEMS

At Rocket Lab, we're not just launching rockets - we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft, precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more.

Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, working with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force. Whether it's a single high-performance spacecraft, constellation, or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space - our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions.

SENIOR GROUND SOFTWARE ENGINEER I - TS/SCI

As a Senior Ground Software Engineer I - TS/SCI based at Rocket Lab's site in Long Beach, CA, you will be responsible for developing cutting-edge spacecraft ground software for our various Space Systems missions, and for providing ground system development and support for internal and external customers. You will support the Space Systems organization, with deliverables required for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:

  • Develop and evolve web-based software architecture for spacecraft operations
  • Work closely with flight software developers, operations personnel, and systems engineers to understand requirements and functional needs
  • Deploy and configure the Rocket Lab Ground Data System
  • Establish monitoring and alerting to detect system degradation and outages
  • Identify ground systems issues and provide technical insight for resolution

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or other technical discipline
  • 5+ years of relevant work experience developing software
  • 5+ years of relevant work experience developing in Python
  • 2-5 years of experience in cloud engineering
  • Experience in designing, deploying and managing scalable cloud solutions
  • Experience architecting web-based software applications 
  • Active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

  • Full-stack software development experience, including: 
            Backend - Python and/or Golang
            Frontend - Typescript and/or Javascript (Angular or React)
            Database - InfluxDB, PostgreSQL, or equivalent
  • Experience with Python web experience (FastAPI or equivalent)
  • Experience with micro-service architectures
  • Experience leading complete system development efforts with a team
  • Ability to write clear, well-tested, and well-documented software
  • Experience supporting satellite, spacecraft, constellation, and/or launch vehicle mission operations
  • Familiarity with database design and implementation
  • Experience using Git or other version control systems
  • Experience with SQL
  • Experience with ticketing systems like Jira, etc.
  • Experience with Kubernetes orchestration
  • Experience with Oauth authentication flows
  • Experience in full-stack and/or web development (NodeJS, Angular, TypeScript, or equivalent)
  • Experience in the aerospace industry Experience in CCSDS recommended standards, including Space Packet Protocol and COP-1
  •  CompTIA Security + (Highly recommended for foundational security knowledge)
  • Experience in implementing disaster recovery plans and backup solutions in the cloud
  • Ability to optimize cloud costs and manage budgets effectively 

This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.

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