At Satlyt, we’re building the future of space compute—creating a virtual cloud in orbit that delivers fast, secure, and scalable edge computing to revolutionize data processing in space. Join us as we redefine the possibilities of satellite technology and build the next frontier of computing together!
📍 Location: Remote (Preferred: U.S.)
📑 Job Type: Full-Time
💰 Compensation: Competitive salary + equity
Satlyt is pioneering AI-driven edge computing in space, networking disconnected satellites into a virtual cloud. Our software-first approach reduces latency, enhances data sovereignty, and curbs emissions—all without launching our own satellites.
We are backed by leading deep tech investors, including Antler VC and XSLA Ventures, and are on a mission to build the AI layer for space infrastructure.
Now, we’re looking for a Head of AI Engineering to drive our AI strategy, build scalable models for real-time satellite communications, and lead the development of space-based edge computing.
As Head of AI Engineering, you will:
✅ Develop AI-Driven Edge Computing Models – Design and deploy low-latency AI models that process and analyze data directly on satellites.
✅ Optimize AI for Intersatellite Links – Build software solutions that enable seamless, AI-powered communication between satellites without reliance on ground stations.
✅ Lead AI Model Deployment – Architect AI/ML solutions that scale across a distributed, low-power satellite network while ensuring performance, efficiency, and security.
✅ Drive AI Research & Innovation – Explore applications of federated learning, reinforcement learning, and neural compression for satellite AI processing.
✅ Build and Scale the AI Team – Hire, mentor, and manage a world-class AI engineering team focused on space applications.
📌 8+ years in AI/ML engineering, including 3+ years in leadership roles.
📌 Proven experience building AI models for edge computing, distributed systems, or space applications.
📌 Strong software engineering background in Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, and AI model optimization techniques.
📌 Experience deploying AI in real-time, low-latency, or constrained environments (e.g., edge devices, satellites, IoT, defense systems, robotics, or autonomous systems).
📌 Understanding of AI model security, adversarial AI, and data resilience in extreme environments.
📌 Knowledge of intersatellite communications, remote sensing, or cloud AI pipelines is a strong plus.
📌 Passionate about AI-driven space computing and excited to work in a fast-paced startup environment.
🌍 Impact – Be at the forefront of AI in space, building the first-ever AI-powered intersatellite network.
📈 Growth – Join an early-stage startup backed by top-tier investors with massive upside potential.
💡 Innovation – Work on cutting-edge AI research, deep space computing, and intersatellite networking.
🛠️ Ownership – Lead and shape the entire AI strategy from the ground up.
💰 Equity – Get a meaningful stake in a company solving one of the most important challenges in space tech.
Let’s talk. Apply now and help shape the next evolution of space computing.