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# Embedded Software/Firmware Engineer

- **Company:** Spinlaunch Inc.
- **Location:** Long Beach, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Automation of Tests, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Fault Tolerance, Firmware, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), GNU Debuggers, Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards), Python (Programming Language), Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Serial Peripheral Interface, Information Technology, Hardware Acceleration
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=50979dc474b0b855

## About the Role

* 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, * 5+ 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



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