(Senior) Engineer, Embedded Software, meoSphere

Ses's Next-generation Medium Earth Orbit (meo) Satellite Constellation
Betzdorf-Gebhardshain, Germany
1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Betzdorf-Gebhardshain, Germany

Tech stack

Abstraction Layers
Systems Engineering
Unit Testing
C++
Program Optimization
Code Review
Data Compression
Computer Programming
Continuous Integration
Software Debugging
Memory Management
Embedded Software
Fault Tolerance
Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA)
Hardware Interface Design
Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation
Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards)
Real-Time Operating Systems
Satcom
Sensor Fusion
Signal Processing
Software Requirements Analysis
Toolchain
Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter
Serial Peripheral Interface
Real Time Systems
Concurrency
GIT
Bare Metal
Hardware Infrastructure

Job description

  • Develop and maintain embedded software for satellite payload systems using Rust and C++.
  • Collaborate with systems engineers, hardware designers, and mission teams to define software requirements and interfaces.
  • Optimize code for real-time performance, low power consumption, and fault tolerance.
  • Integrate software with hardware components and conduct hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.
  • Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and continuous integration workflows.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues across the software-hardware boundary.
  • Contribute to documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and operational procedures.
  • Support mission-critical timelines and adapt to evolving project requirements.

Requirements

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Embedded Software Engineer to join our satellite payload team. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing embedded software for advanced satellite payloads, with a strong emphasis on performance, reliability, and real-time constraints. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about pushing the boundaries of space technology, * Proven experience (5+ years) in embedded software for satcom payloads, avionics, or equivalent safety-critical domains

  • Proven experience in embedded software development for real-time systems.
  • Strong proficiency in Rust and C++, with a deep understanding of memory management, concurrency, and safety.
  • Familiarity with RTOS, bare-metal programming, and low-level hardware interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN).
  • Experience with cross-compilation, toolchains, and debugging tools (e.g., JTAG, GDB).
  • Knowledge of satellite systems, payload operations, or space-grade electronics is a strong plus.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with fault detection/recovery mechanisms.
  • Knowledge of signal processing, data compression, or telemetry protocols.
  • Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks.
  • Exposure to FPGA integration, hardware abstraction layers, or sensor fusion.

OTHER KEY REQUIREMENTS / COMMENTS

  • Eligibility for ESA/EU/NATO/National SECRET personnel security clearances. Candidates must be prepared to undergo a security clearance procedure, as this position may require holding such clearance, is considered an asset.
  • Willing to work at least 60% onsite from office
  • Able to travel nationally & internationally

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