--- title: 'Data Engineer at AST SpaceMobile' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/data-engineer-ast-spacemobile-riga-a4106z5k9fv4' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-31' --- # Data Engineer at AST SpaceMobile - **Company:** AST SpaceMobile - **Location:** Riga, Latvia - **Posted:** 2026-10-30 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-31 - **Apply:** https://ast-science.com/company/careers/?gh_jid=4748810005 ## Job description AST SpaceMobile and our global partners are building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network to be accessible by standard smartphones. Called SpaceMobile, this ultra-powerful network is being designed to provide connectivity at 4G/5G speeds everywhere on the planet – on land, at sea and in flight. Position Overview We are seeking a Data Engineer to build and operate the data platform spanning both network/operational (OSS) and business/commercial data. This role is responsible for owning data ingestion, storage, transformation, and serving processes, leveraging both streaming and batch data architectures. The successful candidate will ensure operational and commercial data are governed effectively while enabling reporting, analytics, and AI/ML initiatives across the organization. Key Responsibilities: - Build, develop, and deploy data ingestion and streaming pipelines using Apache Flink, CDC-based ingestion, AWS Glue Schema Registry, and in-stream validation processes. - Design and maintain raw, curated, and served data layers while optimizing query performance, storage costs, and data freshness. - Manage table maintenance, compaction, and partitioning strategies as data volumes increase. - Develop and maintain SQL transformation pipelines and dimensional data models. - Design schemas and implement ingestion and transformation logic for new data domains. - Implement and maintain data quality testing to ensure freshness, completeness, and schema conformance. - Build and maintain BI and reporting solutions including dashboards, ad hoc query capabilities, and scheduled reports. - Establish governed, high-quality datasets to support AI/ML initiatives such as predictive maintenance and capacity forecasting. - Document data models, pipeline architectures, and governance controls. - Collaborate with internal teams to gather requirements, validate assumptions, and deliver data solutions that meet business needs. ## Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. Experience: A minimum of 4+ years of professional experience in data engineering, including both streaming and batch data pipeline development. Preferred Qualifications: - Production experience with Apache Flink or a comparable stream-processing platform. - Experience with CDC-based ingestion architectures. - Hands-on experience with Apache Iceberg, Delta Lake, and AWS Glue Data Catalog. - Experience with Protobuf, schema registries, and schema evolution management. - Experience operating Apache Airflow for workflow orchestration. - Knowledge of AWS services including S3, Glue, MSK, IAM, Athena, and Redshift. - Experience implementing data governance, access controls, and data protection measures. - Experience supporting AI/ML data preparation and data platform initiatives. - Experience working with operational telemetry data and commercial/business datasets. - English language proficiency at B2 level or above. Soft Skills: - Strong ownership mindset with a focus on data accuracy and quality. - Excellent interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills. - Strong written and verbal communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. - Ability to bridge operational and business data domains effectively. - Proactive problem-solving and risk identification capabilities. - Self-directed and highly organized approach to work. - Meticulous attention to detail in documentation, governance, and data management activities. - Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, globally distributed team environment. Technology Stack: - Apache Flink - Apache Kafka / AWS MSK - Protobuf - AWS Glue Data Catalog - AWS Glue Schema Registry - Amazon S3 - Apache Iceberg - Amazon Athena - Amazon Redshift - Apache Airflow - dbt - OpenTelemetry - Prometheus - Grafana - SQL - Python - Git - Azure DevOps CI/CD - AWS IAM Physical Requirements - Ability to work in a standard office or remote home-office environment and use a computer for extended periods. - Ability to sit, type, and view computer screens for prolonged periods. - Ability to participate in occasional after-hours incident response activities. - Ability to communicate effectively via virtual and in-person meetings. - Ability to travel occasionally if required for business purposes. This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands. AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. ## About AST SpaceMobile ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network accessible directly by standard, unmodified smartphones. - **Entity Type**: Public (Nasdaq: ASTS) - **Headquarters**: Midland, Texas, USA - **Founded**: 2017 - **Founders**: Abel Avellan ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Space-based telecommunications / Satellite broadband - **Target customers**: B2B (mobile network operators), B2C (indirectly through MNOs), and government/defense agencies - **Mission**: To eliminate connectivity gaps faced by today’s nearly six billion mobile subscribers and bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected using a space-based cellular network. ## Products & Services - **[SpaceMobile Network]**: A space-based cellular broadband network that delivers 4G/5G connectivity directly to standard smartphones without any hardware modifications, apps, or software updates. - **[BlueBird Satellites]**: The company’s commercial satellite constellation, designed to provide full broadband coverage globally. BlueBird satellites are among the largest commercial communications arrays in low Earth orbit. - **[BlueWalker 3]**: The prototype satellite used to demonstrate world-first voice, 5G, and video calls from space to ordinary phones. - **[Government & Defense Solutions]**: Tailored connectivity for tactical and public safety applications (e.g., FirstNet tests, government contracts). ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Market capitalization exceeded $8 billion as of August 2024 (stock price ~$38.60). More recent figures are not publicly available but the company has raised over $2 billion as of Q2 2025. - **Key Metric (Total Funding)**: Over $2 billion raised (debt and equity) as of Q2 2025. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Vodafone, Rakuten, American Tower, Samsung Next, Cisneros, Google (product partnership), AT&T, Verizon, FirstNet Authority. - **Growth Signals**: - Partnerships with nearly 60 mobile network operators covering ~3 billion combined subscribers. - Successfully completed first VoLTE voice calls, video calls, and 5G data connections using standard smartphones via satellite. - First public safety tests on FirstNet (Jan 2024) and first activation for government defense use cases (June 2025). - Commercial contract with Vodafone through 2034 for Europe and Africa. - 578 employees as of 2024; expanding manufacturing and office footprint globally. ## Competitive Advantages - **First-mover**: Only company offering direct-to-smartphone satellite broadband with no specialized hardware or software required. - **Patent Moat**: Over 3,800 patents and pending claims protecting proprietary technology. - **MNO Integration**: Deep partnerships with major global operators enable seamless integration with existing terrestrial networks. - **Satellite Scale**: BlueBird satellites feature large phased-array antennas (BlueWalker 3 array is 693 sq ft), providing a field of view over 300,000 sq miles. ## Strategic Focus - **Constellation Deployment**: Rapidly launching and operationalizing the BlueBird satellite fleet to start generating significant commercial revenue. - **Global Coverage Expansion**: Targeting full service across multiple continents, with a focus on remote and underserved regions. - **Government & Defense**: Broadening contracts for secure, tactical connectivity. - **Technology Advancement**: Continued R&D on next-generation satellite capabilities and network optimization. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Fast-growing company with a startup mindset; employees are encouraged to wear many hats and tackle meaningful challenges. - **Global Presence**: Offices in Midland (TX), Homestead (FL), Miami (FL), Lanham (MD), Tel Aviv, Barcelona, Edinburgh, Hyderabad, and other locations. - **Impact**: Opportunity to work on a historic transformation in global connectivity, directly connecting billions of people. - **Perks & Environment**: Nearly 500,000 sq ft of manufacturing and office facilities; emphasis on innovation, autonomy, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. - **Career Growth**: Open positions listed on Greenhouse; values proactive, passionate innovators. ## Sources 1. [AST SpaceMobile Official Website](https://ast-science.com) 2. [AST SpaceMobile Company Page](https://ast-science.com/company/) 3. [AST SpaceMobile Careers Page](https://ast-science.com/company/careers/) 4. [AST SpaceMobile Investor Relations](https://investors.ast-science.com/) 5. 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