General Application at Apolink Communcations (Palo Alto, CA)
Apolink Communcations· Palo Alto, CA·
Role details
Job description
About Apolink:
Apolink is building the world’s most interoperable satellite relay network in low Earth orbit. Our hybrid communication architecture combines RF and optical inter-satellite links to enable real-time, continuous connectivity for satellite operators across industries.
About The Role:
Don't see a job that fits your skills? Submit your application here. We are always looking for talented people who are just as excited about space lasers and radios as we are. You may just be the perfect person we don't know we need yet!
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation at Apolink is determined based on role, level, location, and alignment with market benchmarks. Individual base salary is assessed on a case-by-case basis, reflecting job-related experience, technical expertise, and overall fit. In addition to salary, Apolink offers long-term incentives such as stock options and discretionary performance bonuses. Benefits include equity participation, comprehensive health care, 401(k) with company matching, flexible vacation, catered meal credits, and ongoing opportunities for professional development.
Additional Information
To conform to the U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Apolink Communications is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Why work at Apolink Communcations
- Culture: “Perfection + Speed → Outperformance in every mission! Zero Egos. Hard Problems Only. Mission Obsessed.” A direct, transparent, high‑ownership environment.
- Work Policy: On‑site in Palo Alto, CA (in‑office). Some roles may be hybrid, but the core engineering team works in‑person.
- Compensation & Equity:
- Flight Software Engineer: $150K–$180K + equity.
- Internship: $30–$60/hr.
- General Application: $120K–$500K + equity (roles vary).
- Notable Perks: Early‑stage equity; opportunity to shape the architecture of a space communications network from the ground up; exposure to RF, optical, and embedded systems.
- Engineering Focus: Building real‑time embedded flight software, vendor drivers, and mission‑critical systems using Python, VxWorks, FreeRTOS, MATLAB, Altium, and Git.