Software Engineer

About Elveo Elveo is what happens when two pioneers in direct-to-device (D2D) communications join forces. Elveo brings together a combined 20 years of expertise to close the coverage gap for more than 50 mobile network operators (MNOs) and major distribution partners operating in 60+ countries worldwide. That heritage and our technology powers what we call ‘elevated intelligence’ — a new approach that processes and adapts on orbit, delivering voice and data services straight to mobile users, IoT devices and machines across enterprise, government and humanitarian sectors worldwide. As a team, we’re on a mission to deliver powerful compute and connectivity directly to individuals and objects everywhere on Earth. Join us, and become part of a globally inclusive company that is transforming satellite communications from a niche service to an essential global infrastructure, and democratizing connectivity for billions worldwide. Ready to take the next step? Join us.

What You'll Do As a Software Engineer at Elveo, you will be at the heart of designing, building, and operating the software that powers our satellites and ground network. You will join a team of world-class engineers tackling some of the most complex challenges in distributed systems, real-time software, and global-scale operations. Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy high-reliability, mission-critical software for our satellite and ground systems.

• Take full ownership of the software lifecycle, from initial requirements and architecture to implementation, testing, and operational support.

• Embrace and champion strong object-oriented (OO) design principles.

• Develop and test prototypes to validate new design concepts and architectural decisions.

• Develop and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines for automated build, package, deployment, and testing.

• Develop sophisticated simulation, emulation, and hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) test environments to ensure system-wide integrity.

• Participate in operations, including data analysis, system monitoring, and visualization.

• Collaborate in architecture, design, and code reviews.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience).

• 2+ years of professional experience in software development.

• Strong proficiency in an object-oriented language (e.g., C++, Python, Java, C#) and a deep understanding of OO design principles.

• Experience building and debugging software (professional, internship, or complex academic projects).

• Solid foundation in data structures, algorithms, and software design.

• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and documentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical ideas clearly.

• A highly collaborative, team-oriented, and positive approach to your work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional experience with C++ and Python.

• Experience building or operating highly available, distributed, and fault-tolerant systems.

• Familiarity with networking concepts (like TCP/IP and UDP) and the principles of distributed systems.

• Familiarity with CI/CD, test automation, simulation, or hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) testing.

• Experience with modern monitoring, data analysis, and visualization tools.

• Experience with Linux-based development environments.

• A creative and analytical approach to problem-solving, built on strong engineering fundamentals.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where requirements can evolve.

• A passion for tackling complex problems and taking ownership from concept to completion.

• Interest in or experience with networking, wireless protocols, or telecommunications (e.g., 2G/GSM, 4G/LTE) is a plus, but not required.

Location: Chantilly, VA