Infrastructure Engineer

Space Forge is a fast growing advanced materials company. Our goal is to exploit the extreme temperature, microgravity and ultra-high vacuum conditions available in low earth orbit (LEO) to manufacture materials that cannot readily be grown terrestrially. Returning these materials to earth, we aim to revolutionise the semiconductor market and to make space work for humanity. To achieve this we have developed a range of technologies including the world’s first returnable and reusable satellite platform, the ForgeStar®.

We’re looking to grow our Information Operations team, and as part of that we are looking for an ambitious Infrastructure Engineer to support our service, both on ground and in orbit, to achieve our goal of transforming return from space for the benefit of humanity.

You will also play a role as we transform our DevOps team into a more platform-focused environment.

The primary roles for this job are:

• Development of internal tools and cloud infrastructure
• Development of tools to help improve internal processes
• Working with software developers and software engineers to ensure that development follows established processes and works as intended

Key areas of responsibility:

• Deploying updates and fixes
• Liaising with internal customers to understand requirements for internal systems
• Implementation and upkeep of CICD (Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery) processes and tools within Space Forge

Requirements

The Space Forge team is deliberately made from individuals who are adaptable and willing to learn new skills quickly. Therefore we are looking for an Infrastructure Engineer who is willing and able to adapt to the requirements asked of them whilst maintaining a good level of output quality. Additionally as a start-up, staff are sometimes asked to assist with duties beyond their nominal job description and we are looking for candidates who are happy to step up and try something new when needed.

Essential skills:

• Good Linux knowledge - you should be comfortable in using a terminal
• Demonstrable knowledge of AWS
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools - such as GitHub Actions, CircleCI, Jenkins, etc
• Experience using Terraform or other Infrastructure-as-Code solutions
• Experience programming in Typescript, Python, GoLang or Java
• Experience scripting with either Bash or PowerShell

Desirable skills:

• Experience working in environments holding certifications such as Cyber Essentials and ISO 27001
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Good organisational skills
• Good understanding of Jira
• Experience with Azure, including Entra & Intune

We are looking for people who are willing to work hard, think logically, have high energy levels, respect others’ abilities and ultimately have an unending appetite to learn a large number of new skills quickly. Space Forge is committed to making super-powered teams of diverse individuals in all senses of the term, therefore women are strongly encouraged to apply and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Benefits

Salary expectation: £35,000 - £45,000 dependant upon experience. 

We believe in a future where our most polluting industries are moved off the planet, built for sustainability, and returned back to Earth for the benefit of all. Space is the next step for our manufacturing needs. 

At Space Forge, we believe in creating the best possible workplace that suits every single person that joins us. 

• Flexitime hours - 40 to be worked across Monday-Sunday as fits both your needs and the needs of the role
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays
• Pension scheme at 4% matched
• Charity or cause you’re passionate about? Up to 5 volunteering days a year to support the things closest to you and make an impact
• Super cool office and factory - the coffee is on us (and it’s certified carbon neutral too, our snazzy machine does anything from the humble americano to a superb flat white)
• Pizza pay day - okay, it’s not always pizza, but if you’re at the office on pay day, lunch is on us
• We’re changing the way humanity builds, we think that’s exciting, and we want you to be excited about it too. That’s why we have an Employee Share Option Plan (ESOP) so you can own part of our journey
• You’re the master of your own destiny. We offer every person at Space Forge a £1500 annual learning budget  so you can choose the training or experiences to help you grow
• Your mental health is important! You’ll have access to Spill - an all-in-one mental health support platform offering completely anonymous therapy sessions to our whole team

• Working with a passionate, friendly and highly motivated team
• Maternity / Paternity benefits beyond statutory

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace and that starts with hiring diversely. However you identify, and whatever background you bring with you, we welcome you to apply for a role at Space Forge.

If there are any adjustments that would help improve your experience with Space Forge, please do let us know when you apply.

CLOSING DATE: This application will close on 15th July 2024, we will then review applications and shortlist. Please note, you will not have feedback until after the closing date.