Internship Position
We are looking for a Full Stack Software Developer Intern who will participate in the study, design, and prototyping of backend and front-end software tools for monitoring and controlling experimental robotics systems across terrestrial, marine, and space exploration domains.
The role involves contributing to the development of state-of-the-art technologies in full-stack web applications, cloud deployed software, modern User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) design and distributed communication methods, together with the rest of the Team using an Agile approach.
The successful candidate will work in the Systems Department, Robotics Software and Intelligence (RSI) Division and will mainly to the RSI Division Lead.
* Location: Sint-Stevens-Woluwe (Brussels Area)
* Duration: 3-6 months
* Start date: As of August or September 2025
Tasks and Responsibilities
* Develop and review functionalities for the robot control centre, using web-based User Interface using VUE and webpack
* Conduct analysis of application requirements and integrate feedback from the development team
* Develop:
o Front-End UI design and review using Figma
o Back-End services for data management using Python, NodeJS, SQL and data exchange methods (e.g. HTTP, WebSockets, ROS-DDS)
* Ensure secure user authentication and data sharing processes for a web applications
* Contribute to the development of advanced tools for autonomous vehicle handling, mission planning, and plan monitoring.
Skills and Experience
* Currently enrolled in a Master’s Degree, in Computer Science, or any related fields
* Experience or knowledge in:
o UI/UX design
o JavaScript framework, web pack
o Python programming
o Working with SQL databases
o Using REST API, HTTP calls, and web socket communication
o Object-oriented programming and/or functional programming
o Delivering technical documentation
* Strong interest in the design, valorisation, and use of diverse UI/UX and deploying them in production as part of large web applications
* Proficient in using Git for version control
* Fast learner and ability to adopt new technologies
* Ability to work independently with a good sense of responsibility
* Result driven
* Good command of spoken and written English.
Considered as assests
* Experience with:
o KAFKA (Pub/Sub Services)
o ROS Middleware
o Network configuration
o Security
o Web-based GIS projects (e.g. geoserver, openlayers, vue-layers)
* Knowledge of:
o Web applications development using frameworks (e.g. Vue.JS, React.js).
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About Us
Space Applications Services is a company at the forefront of space technology development and the provision of services for human spaceflight, exploration and earth observation missions. Headquartered in Belgium (Brussels Area), with a research office in the Netherlands and a subsidiary in the USA, the company provides solutions for both commercial and institutional customers. We work with clients such as the European Space Agency, the European Commission, governmental and national space agencies as well as the major space industries.
The company develops payloads, avionics, robotics technology and products, and provides complete mission operations control centre solutions to EN9100 standards. The company also provides engineering, science and training services, including astronaut training. From our headquarters, we are in daily contact with the International Space Station (ISS) ensuring our Customers’ research is successful.
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Our Offer
* An experience within a growing company with highly motivated Engineers, Scientists and Administrative Staff coming from all different horizons and countries
* A professional and multicultural working atmosphere
* A client exposure and networking opportunities
* A full-time Internship with a monthly lump sum allowance, under certain conditions.
How To Apply
Upload your CV and Motivation Letter (both in English), along with your internship’s start date.
The successful candidate shall be eligible to do an internship in the European Union.