Data and Software Solutions Technical Lead

Post Date

Apr 03, 2026

Location

Nassau Bay,
Texas

ZIP/Postal Code

77058
US
Jul 01, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Software Engineering

Req #

HOU-09700a17-642c-45b1-a19f-7dbfadc5e539

Pay Rate

$58 - $72 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Our client is seeking a Data & Software Solutions Technical Lead to architect, prototype, and scale next‑generation systems supporting Artemis and future Mars missions—at startup speed, with NASA’s mission. The Lead will architect and build end‑to‑end data and software systems that rapidly evolve from lightweight prototypes into secure, scalable, production‑grade applications. As the hands‑on technical lead, they will drive full‑stack architecture, GenAI strategy, data pipelines for complex physiological sensor data, and cloud infrastructure while serving as a force multiplier for a small engineering team. They will partner closely with product leadership to make fast trade‑offs, unblock delivery, and ship mission‑critical systems that directly support astronaut health and performance.

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Required Skills & Experience

10+ years of hands‑on full‑stack engineering and architecture experience delivering production systems

6+ years leading and mentoring engineers in fast‑moving, ambiguous environments

Expert proficiency in modern full‑stack technologies (React/Next.js (front), Python/Go/Node.js (back)), APIs (REST/GraphQL), and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure).

Deep experience with relational and NoSQL databases, distributed systems, data modeling, ETL, and analytics/ML

Strong DevOps background (Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform/CloudFormation, CI/CD).

Experience working with AI - working with agents or handling memory management

Experience with rapid prototyping

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent experience)

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Experience supporting NASA or spaceflight-related systems

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.