GalaxEye has acquired StarOps Technologies for an undisclosed amount. The transaction brings the software development and DevOps services provider under the ownership of GalaxEye, which is known for its work in the space technology sector. The deal was finalized recently, though specific financial terms were not disclosed.
StarOps Technologies operates as a software development and DevOps services firm, helping clients from startups to enterprises build scalable software products. Its services include website and software development, as well as DevOps optimization, which automates and manages the development lifecycle to reduce costs and speed up delivery. GalaxEye, by contrast, focuses on advanced Earth observation and satellite-based data solutions, a field that relies heavily on robust software infrastructure.
The acquisition is strategic for GalaxEye, which needs reliable internal software engineering and deployment capabilities to support its satellite data platforms. By bringing StarOps in-house, GalaxEye gains direct control over the development and maintenance of its software systems, rather than relying on external vendors. For StarOps, the move provides access to a larger operational framework and a clear product focus within the space industry, a shift from its previous broad client base.
The combined entity is expected to integrate StarOps’ DevOps expertise into GalaxEye’s product pipeline, potentially shortening the time between data collection and customer delivery. StarOps’ existing client work will continue under the new ownership, though its primary engineering resources are likely to be redirected toward GalaxEye’s core missions. The deal also adds a team of developers and architects to GalaxEye’s workforce, strengthening its technical depth without the need for immediate external hiring.
With the acquisition complete, GalaxEye now holds the full software lifecycle capability, from code development to deployment, in-house. The next phase will involve aligning StarOps’ processes with GalaxEye’s satellite operations, a task that will test how smoothly the two teams can merge their workflows. The outcome will determine whether this purchase translates into faster product iterations and more resilient data services for GalaxEye’s customers.