Staff DevSecOps Engineer

About Capella Space

Capella Space is a pioneer in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite technology and space-based signal intelligence. We empower government, commercial, and research organizations around the world with high-resolution, timely Earth insights that drive better decisions - across defense and intelligence, disaster response, infrastructure monitoring, environmental protection, energy, and more.

As a U.S.-based company, Capella designs, builds, and operates an advanced constellation of commercial SAR satellites in orbit today. Our satellites are backed by a fully automated tasking, collection, and delivery platform, delivering fast, reliable insights when and where our customers need them most. As a subsidiary of IonQ, a global leader in quantum computing, Capella is charting the future of Earth observation. Together, we’re on a mission to bring quantum computing to space - unlocking ultra-secure, encrypted uplink and downlink capabilities, reducing latency, and enabling powerful on-orbit analytics. This visionary integration of advanced remote sensing and quantum technology will support customers with the highest level of data fidelity, security, and speed.

Capella was named one of Fast Company’s 10 Most Innovative Companies in Space in 2023 and is a trusted partner of the U.S. Space Force, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, NASA, the National Reconnaissance Office, and allied government agencies worldwide. Built In recognized IonQ on three of its 2025 Best Places to Work lists.

What Makes Capella Unique?

At Capella, we don’t just imagine what’s possible - we build it. We’re a mission-driven team fueled by curiosity, grit, and a shared commitment to redefining the limits of space innovation. Our environment is fast paced, rooted in humble collaboration. Every team member plays a critical role in shaping the future of our technology and our industry. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and help solve problems that others call impossible—we're the place for you. We believe great ideas can come from anywhere, and we thrive on diverse perspectives that help us move faster, think deeper, and push the boundaries of innovation. Whether you're new to the space industry or a seasoned expert, you'll find a team that values creativity, integrity, and bold thinking. Join us as we build the future of SAR—and take quantum to space.

About the Role 

The Staff DevSecOps Engineer drives the secure, scalable, and accessible delivery of software across our entire digital ecosystem. This role bridges security, automation, and developer experience, embedding secure-by design principles into every stage of our CI/CD pipelines and product lifecycles. You’ll operate as a technical leader and cultural catalyst, coaching development teams, designing secure automation frameworks, and ensuring that our systems are compliant, inclusive, and resilient. This position supports multiple teams, establishing a unified DevSecOps strategy that align application and infrastructure security with the principles of accessibility, privacy, and security.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Serve as the organizational SME for DevSecOps, application security, cloud security, and automation.
• Champion a “safer, sooner, shifted-left” mindset by integrating security into Agile and DevOps workflows.
• Define, implement, and enforce secure SDLC standards—including code scanning, threat modeling, and automated compliance controls.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Product teams to ensure releases address both OWASP Top 10 risks and WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards.
• Lead cross-team education, coaching, and mentoring on DevSecOps, secure coding, and resilient deployment practices.

Technical Implementation

• Architect, implement, and maintain secure CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and related tooling.
• Build automated Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, Helm, etc.) for multi-cloud and edge computing environments.
• Integrate and templatize security scanning tools (SAST, DAST, container scanning, dependency analysis) within delivery pipelines.
• Automate compliance with privacy, data governance, and ethical AI frameworks to ensure secure handling of sensitive information and accessibility alignment.
• Develop and maintain observability pipelines using Prometheus, Grafana, and Loki to improve security visibility, performance monitoring, and reliability.

Collaboration & Enablement

• Conduct and translate security and accessibility audits into actionable engineering improvements.
• Partner with Data Privacy, Compliance, and Governance teams to embed DevSecOps controls into enterprise frameworks.
• Promote an automation-first culture to reduce manual deployment steps, configuration drift, and technical debt.
• Support incident response and post-mortem processes to ensure continuous system hardening.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in software engineering, infrastructure, or DevSecOps, including leadership or mentorship responsibilities.
• Deep understanding of DevSecOps principles, secure cloud architectures, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Advanced experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes; bonus for Docker Swarm, etc.).
• Expertise in Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, Helm) and automated deployment frameworks.
• Strong proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language (Python, Ruby, Bash, Rust, JavaScript/TypeScript, or Go).
• Proven track record implementing secure CI/CD pipelines across AWS, GCP, and/or Azure.
• Demonstrated success designing Kubernetes-based orchestration and platform layers.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives, mentoring engineering teams, and shaping long-term DevSecOps roadmaps.
• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Capella Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.

Core Attributes

• Self-directed problem-solver with a strong bias toward automation.
• Clear and effective communicator who can translate technical risk into business impact for diverse audiences.
• Committed to ethical engineering practices, transparency, inclusivity, and accessibility.
• Continuous learner with a passion for elevating team capabilities through teaching, mentoring, and collaboration.

Compensation 

The annual salary range for this role as it is posted is $153,550 - $191,938. The final job level and annual salary will be determined based on the education, qualification, knowledge, skills, ability, and experience of the final candidate(s), specific office location and calibrated against relevant market data and internal team equity.  Benefits listed in this posting may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Capella Space.    

Benefits/Perks 

In addition to an opportunity to take part in an innovative, collaborative and fast-growing business with a highly motivated and skilled team, we also take pride in taking care of our employees. Here are just a few ways that we show our appreciation:

• We provide extensive medical coverage, including strong vision and dental plans, flexible spending accounts, and additional supplemental health options.
• Paid Flexible Time Off Policy
• 401K Plan to invest in your long-term retirement goals
• Parental Leave program
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Commuter & Parking Benefits
• Mental Health Resources
• Monthly Phone Stipend
• Furry friends? We’ve got you covered with dog-friendly work environment & them with pet insurance options 

Equal Opportunity Statement 

Capella Space is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and upholding equitable hiring practices. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic under federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you need assistance or require an accommodation during the job application process, please notify recruiting@capellaspace.com 

To learn more about us, explore our site: https://www.capellaspace.com/  and follow us on X and LinkedIn to see our SAR imagery!