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SpinLaunch · 10 hours ago

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Long Beach, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

SpinLaunch is pioneering a new era of scalable space infrastructure, developing a ground-breaking broadband satellite constellation. The role involves advancing satellite communications software development for the Meridian Space constellation, with full ownership of the software development lifecycle.

AerospaceSpace Travel

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Play a pivotal role in advancing a novel approach to LEO broadband satellite communications, directly working on software development for SpinLaunch’s cutting-edge satellite communications payload technology for the Meridian Space constellation

Take full ownership of the end-to-end success of your software - driving every aspect of development, from architecture design to fully integrated, space-ready systems

Qualification

Embedded software developmentC/C++/Rust proficiencyARM device developmentSpacecraft communication protocolsDebugging tools for embedded systemsReading hardware schematicsPython for scriptingFlight software best practicesVerbal communication skillsWritten communication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

3+ years of experience with a Bachelor's, or a master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field

Experience developing embedded software for space-based systems

Experience with development for ARM devices

Proficiency in C/C++/Rust for embedded software development

Familiarity with common spacecraft communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet, CAN, UART, SPI, I2C, etc.)

Experience with debugging tools and techniques for embedded systems (e.g., JTAG, GDB, logic analyzers)

Ability to read and understand hardware schematics and datasheets relevant to embedded systems

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment

All applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident (“green card holder”) or a protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Preferred

10+ years of experience with a Master's or Ph.D in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field with focus on embedded systems, real-time operating systems, and/or fault-tolerant software design

Experience with FPGAs or ASICs and developing software that interfaces with custom hardware accelerators

Familiarity with space communication standards (e.g., CSP and CCSDS) and ground segment interface protocols

Experience with Python for scripting, test automation, or data analysis related to payload performance

Experience with flight software development best practices, including fault tolerance, redundancy, and error handling