Astranis
Embedded Software Developer, Network/Payload Software Intern (Fall 2026)
About this role
Join Astranis as an embedded software intern to develop critical software for satellites and ground control systems. This 12-week paid internship offers the chance to work on challenging projects that will directly impact operational satellites serving enterprise and government clients worldwide.
What you'll do
- Design, write, and test satellite software and ground control applications
- Develop software to manage satellite performance from ground stations
- Collaborate with engineering team on meaningful space technology projects
- Participate in software development lifecycle from design through testing
What they're looking for
- C++
- Python
- Scripting languages
- Software design and testing
- RF and signal processing (bonus)
- Real-time operating systems (bonus)
Benefits
- $29/hour base pay
- 12-week internship duration
- Opportunity for conversion to full-time role
- Work on hardware heading to space
- Meaningful projects with real impact
- Inclusive, diverse workplace culture
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Astranis
Astranis builds high-throughput satellite communications systems and spacecraft hardware designed to operate reliably in space environments. The company is hiring for technical roles including network planning engineers, radiation effects specialists, PCB layout engineers, and environmental test engineers to support satellite development and customer network architecture.
- Website
- astranis.com
Likely interview questions
- Walk us through a project where you designed, wrote, and tested software from scratch. What was your role and what challenges did you face?
- Describe your experience with C++ and Python. Which have you used more extensively, and can you give an example of a project where you applied each?