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# Senior Embedded Software 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, Linux System Administration, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Verification and Validation (Software), Information Technology, Bare Metal
- **Published:** August 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/senior-embedded-software-engineer-c%2B%2B-el-segundo-ca-usa-58879811

## About the Role

the quality through verification and validation practices Tasks * Bachelor's degree in computer science, math, physics, engineering or equivalent * 5+ years of experience in spacecraft or safety-critical software * Experience with real-time embedded hardware/software systems * Proficiency in C++ with solid language fundamentals Key requirements * Health, dental and vision insurance for employees and dependents * Flexible PTO + 12 paid holidays * Equity incentives * 401(k) with 6% employer match * Relocation support * Wellness and parental leave programs

## Description

Experteer Overview In this role you will shape how Varda's spacecraft behave in orbit by building reliable firmware for the spacecraft, satellite bus, and reentry capsule. You will own end-to-end software development-from requirements capture to testing and flight operations support-ensuring robust performance in safety-critical environments. You'll write bare metal, RTOS, or Linux-based C++ software for embedded processors and apply V&V practices to guarantee quality. This position sits at the heart of our Flight Software team, driving impact across mission-critical hardware in a rapidly evolving orbital economy. Compensation / Benefits * Develop firmware to control spacecraft systems across the mission lifecycle * Own end-to-end software development from design to integration * Scope projects through requirements capture and design trades * Write structured C++ for bare metal, RTOS, or Linux environments * Build highly reliable software systems with rigorous V&V * Contribute to system quality through verification and validation practices Tasks * Bachelor's degree in computer science, math, physics, engineering or equivalent * 5+ years of experience in spacecraft or safety-critical software * Experience with real-time embedded hardware/software systems * Proficiency in C++ with solid language fundamentals Key requirements * Health, dental and vision insurance for employees and dependents * Flexible PTO + 12 paid holidays * Equity incentives * 401(k) with 6% employer match * Relocation support * Wellness and parental leave programs


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