About the Job
Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our e...
Rocket Lab is searching for a Team Lead - Data Engineering to take charge of the data tools, systems, and platforms that enable our launch vehicles, spacecraft, simulations, and ground systems. If you love solving complex engineering problems, building high-reliability software, and leading talented developers this ...
Our software underpins everything: test and production systems, launch operations, research and development, automation, internal tools, and more. You’ll guide a team that shapes how engineers and operators access the information and functionality they need to build and launch world-class space systems.
Required Skills & Abilities
Tertiary qualification in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or similar
8+ years’ experience in software engineering
Proven team leadership or mentoring experience (essential)
Strong Python development skills
Experience with data platform architecture and data management
Experience with REST APIs, databases, Git, and modern software workflows
Familiarity with Spark, Pandas/Numpy, ETL processes, or similar tools
Excellent problem-solving skills and a collaborative, positive mindset
Agile/Scrum experience
Data visualisation or analytics experience
Kubernetes
C#, Golang, or TypeScript
Web, networked, or database application development
UI development
If you're driven by complex challenges, team leadership, and building software that directly supports rockets, spacecraft, and mission operations we want to meet you.
WHAT TO EXPECT
We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that’s not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other’s backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.
Work Authorization
Citizenship of AU / NZ / EU / NATO
