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# Senior Firmware Engineer, C++

- **Company:** Varda Space Industries
- **Location:** El Segundo, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Linux, Embedded Software, Firmware, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Information Technology, Bare Metal
- **Published:** August 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/senior-firmware-engineer-c%2B%2B-el-segundo-ca-usa-58879808

## About the Role

PTO math, physics, or engineering, * 5+ years in development of spacecraft or safety-critical software * Experience with real-time embedded hardware/software systems * Proficiency in C++ with strong understanding of language concepts Key requirements * Health & Wellness: 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision * Flexible PTO + 12 paid holidays * Equity incentives * 401(k) with 6% employer match * Relocation support * Wellness and parental benefits

## Description

Experteer Overview In this role you will shape how our spacecraft behave in orbit by building reliable firmware across the full software lifecycle. You will work on the flight software that controls the spacecraft, satellite bus, and reentry capsule, spanning design, implementation, testing, and flight support. You'll translate open-ended requirements into robust, verifiable embedded software. This is a chance to impact space operations at a fast-growing space start-up and help expand the orbital economy. Compensation / Benefits * Develop firmware to control spacecraft systems across the mission lifecycle * Own full software development lifecycle from design to integration * Perform requirements capture and design trades for open-ended problems * Write structured C++ for bare metal, RTOS, or Linux-based embedded processors * Build highly reliable and available software systems * Ensure quality through testing, verification, and validation Tasks * Bachelor's degree in computer science, math, physics, or engineering * 5+ years in development of spacecraft or safety-critical software * Experience with real-time embedded hardware/software systems * Proficiency in C++ with strong understanding of language concepts Key requirements * Health & Wellness: 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision * Flexible PTO + 12 paid holidays * Equity incentives * 401(k) with 6% employer match * Relocation support * Wellness and parental benefits


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