System Architect / システムアーキテクト（AxelGlobe）

Company Introduction

Since our founding in 2008, Axelspace has been driven by the vision “Space within Your Reach.” We have continuously refined our unique micro-satellite technology with the goal of democratizing space technology to a wider population across the globe.

AxelGlobe started in 2019 to provide a new Earth observation infrastructure by launching multiple micro-satellites for its higher data frequency. In addition to a satellite launched in 2019, we have successfully launched Japan’s first four mass-produced satellites in 2021. We are currently operating a constellation of five Earth observation satellites, capturing images with a 55 km swath every 2 to 3 days, and providing data and solutions.

Building on our experience with our dedicated satellite business, we launched AxelLiner in 2022 to provide a one-stop service for satellite development and operation, helping customers quickly actualize their satellite business. In 2024, we launched our first demonstration satellite, “PYXIS,” bringing our total number of developed and operated satellites to 11.

Additionally, we received the highest award, the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award at the 22nd JAPAN VENTURE AWARDS in 2022, and was selected as part of “Technology Fast 50 2023 Japan” in 2023.

As the world faces pivotal stages in democratizing satellite development and satellite imagery use, we are actively looking for talented individuals who can enjoy the challenges to make a global impact with micro-satellite technology. Hit that apply button and let’s make our vision come true together!

Responsibilities

Contribute to the development of “AxelGlobe,” a web platform for satellite imagery that integrates tightly with our satellite operations (mission) systems.

• Understand software and related internal/external system specifications, and design and implement architectures that meet business and non-functional requirements.
• Explain architectural assumptions, options and trade-offs, and selection rationale to stakeholders, driving alignment and decisions.
• Ensure system observability and resilience end-to-end.
• Work smoothly with internal and external stakeholders and help elevate the capabilities of the team.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience designing architecture for web applications.
• 3+ years (or equivalent experience) developing and operating with Python 3 and a Python web application framework.
• Proven track record leading application operations such as product/code quality assurance and performance optimization as part of a development team.
  (e.g., as a Tech Lead or Engineering Manager)
• Database schema/design experience with PostgreSQL or an equivalent open-source RDBMS.
• Business-level Japanese communication skills.
  (able to read Japanese specifications and explain solutions smoothly to clients in Japanese)

Preferred Qualifications

• Schema-first API design and implementation experience (e.g., GraphQL, OpenAPI Specification).
• Experience developing with containers and serverless technologies.
• Hands-on database performance tuning experience.
• Design and implementation of distributed systems using AWS SNS/SQS.
• Experience in engineering management, or interest in stepping into that role in the future.
• Conversational-level English communication skills or higher.