Software Engineer- Backend Intern (Fall 2026)

About this role

Join Astranis' Platform team as a Backend Software Engineer Intern to develop mission-critical services that control satellites, monitor telemetry, and provide real-time fleet awareness. This 12-week hourly internship involves designing high-performance backend systems supporting both commercial and U.S. government satellite operations.

What you'll do

• Design and build reliable, high-performance software for satellite command and control
• Own features end-to-end across backend and infrastructure components
• Monitor satellite telemetry systems for anomalies and maintain fleet safety
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on software architecture and requirements
• Develop core platform services that support other engineering teams
• Build real-time situational awareness systems for satellite operations

What they're looking for

• Python programming
• Relational databases (PostgreSQL)
• Pub/sub and streaming systems (RabbitMQ, Flink)
• Backend software design
• Systems architecture
• Kubernetes (bonus)
• Fleet management systems (bonus)
• Infrastructure knowledge

Benefits

• $29.00 per hour
• 12-week internship duration
• Work on mission-critical space technology
• Collaborate with experienced engineering teams
• Contribute to commercial and government programs
• San Francisco headquarters location