Software Tech Lead (Scheduler)

We are seeking an experienced and driven Backend & Automation Software Team Leader to manage and grow high-performing team. This leadership role combines hands-on technical expertise with people management, driving the development of cutting-edge management and scheduling software for satellite systems while ensuring high-quality automation processes.
דרישות התפקיד
Team Management:
- Lead and mentor the Backend Software and Automation team (2-3 engineers)
Collaborate closely with AST's engineering and operations teams to ensure the necessary functionality of payload systems, both on the ground and within the satellites.
Technical Leadership:
- Oversee architecture, implementation, and integration of backend software and test automation.
- Define automation strategy for functional, regression, and performance testing.
Project Ownership:
- Manage team tasks, priorities, and schedules.
- Ensure timely delivery of high-quality software and validation tools.
Collaboration:
- Act as a technical point of contact for internal stakeholders and external partners.
Process & Quality:
- Champion best practices in CI/CD, software verification, and ation.
- Continuously improve development and test workflows.

Qualifications:

Education: B.Sc in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field.
Experience:
- 2+ years of team leadership.
Technical Skills:

Mandatory: Proven experience with Python scripting language.
Mandatory: Proven experience with cloud AWS platforms.
Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitLab CI/CD, or similar.
Experience with containerization technologies, including Docker.

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Leadership Skills:
- Proven ability to manage, develop, and inspire engineers across software and test domains.
- Strong sense of ownership and execution.
Soft Skills:
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
- Fluent in English, written and spoken.