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We are looking for a Platform Engineer on behalf of and in support to our client for their location in Arganda del Rey (Madrid), Spain. As part of the SpaceRISE consortium, our client plays a central role in the IRIS² programme, leading the design, development and implementation of the ground segment, including the infrastructure needed to manage the constellation and connect it with terrestrial networks. The company is also responsible for service operations, such as defining the service catalogue, establishing procedures and developing delivery models for member states. In addition, our client leads the Low LEO segment, supporting innovative missions that strengthen the European space ecosystem. To meet its growing responsibilities, the company is progressively building a dedicated IRIS² team, currently composed of more than 40 professionals. This role requires relocation and on-site presence at the Satellite Control Centre in Arganda del Rey (Madrid). Please note, the successful candidate will be employed by ATG Europe (or one of its subsidiaries). Furthermore, upon selection, they will be subject to a general security screening performed by an external provider (further information will be provided at interview stage). The successful candidate will be tasked with, but not limited to: Support the definition, design, development and oversight of a telecommunications satellite constellation program in the area of Satellite Platform Engineering; Support the definition, design and development of platform subsystems based on satellite technology; Prepare the Satellite and Launch Services Request for Proposal (RFP) and the associated technical evaluation; Prepare and participate in all platform unit design, manufacturing and testing review meetings; Prepare and participate in all platform subsystem design, manufacturing and testing review meetings; Prepare and participate in all system design, manufacturing and testing review meetings; Prepare and participate in the launch campaign; Prepare and participate in the LEOP; Prepare and participate in the In Orbit Test Campaign; Support the on-orbit satellite health status assessment and coordination of anomaly investigation; Prepare weekly reports of activities. At ATG Science & Engineering S.L., we are firmly committed to equal opportunities and respect for diversity. The Equality Plan and active policies promote to foster an inclusive environment, free from discrimination. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, handicap (+33% certificado de discapacidad), or any other reason protected by relevant state or municipal legislation, we are pleased to consider all eligible candidates for employment
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.