
AIKO is the first European company to deploy deep learning algorithms in orbit, specializing in autonomous decision-making, payload management, failure detection, and mission planning for the space…

AIKO is the first European company to deploy deep learning algorithms in orbit, specializing in autonomous decision-making, payload management, failure detection, and mission planning for the space…
What they do: AI-powered autonomy software for satellites and space operations
Founded: 2017
Employees: 74
Funding (reported): ≈ €6.5–7M (Series A activity in 2024)
Flagship products: orbital_OLIVER, gifted_GENE, clear_CHARLES/CHLOE, dynamic_DANA
Autonomy, payload processing, predictive maintenance, and mission planning for small satellites and space operations.
2017
Defense and Space Manufacturing
€3.5M
Series A announced to accelerate growth in Europe and the USA
€0.52M
Reported tranche increasing Series A/total disclosed funding
“Club degli Investitori; Creative Destruction Lab (CDL); Deep Ocean Capital; Primo Capital; Simon Fiduciaria”
Joining AIKO means becoming part of a young, talented team dedicated to delivering high-quality work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We believe in trust, responsibility, and flexibility, offering a supportive environment where you can thrive. Our team enjoys collaborating in our Turin office, working from home when desired, and taking time off when needed. Don’t miss the chance to revolutionize the future with us!
We are looking for a Software Engineer with strong Rust programming skills and experience leading development teams. In this role you get to take charge of a complex AI-powered satellite autonomy system, ensuring timely deliveries at a high standard of quality. You will balance team management with hands-on implementation activities.
This role involves close collaboration with a team of software engineers, as well as users both inside and outside the company.
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As a software engineer at AIKO, you will:
Proficiency with C, C++ and/or Python.
Understanding of foreign function interfaces between Rust, C, C++ and/or Python.
Experience with cross-compilation (especially for the 64-bit ARM architecture).
Familiarity with safety-critical software standards.
Knowledge about aerospace systems, especially:
Hands-on experience with Continuous Integration and Deployment (especially Gitlab CI/CD).
Ability to build and use Docker containers.
Familiarity with the Agile/Scrum workflow.
Hiring Process:
The interview process for this role will somewhat look like:
AIKO is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all
backgrounds and experiences to apply.
Research shows that women or people belonging to minorities often don't apply to
roles they don't feel match 100% of the requirements. If this posting is
interesting to you, we encourage you to apply even if it is not a perfect match! We are
looking for real people, not robots!
AIKO is a cutting-edge deep-tech company founded in 2017. We specialize in developing advanced automation software tailored for space missions, empowering humanity's ambitions beyond Earth's orbit. Our mission is to revolutionize the space industry by providing innovative solutions that enhance efficiency, reliability, and safety in space exploration endeavors.