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# Head Of Embedded Systems & Software - Lead Flight Firmware

- **Company:** IENAI SPACE
- **Location:** Leganés, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Continuous Integration, Embedded Software, Firmware, FreeRTOS, Multipoint Control Unit, Real-Time Operating Systems, Scripting, Git, Git Flow
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/head-of-embedded-systems-software-lead-flight-firmware-en-leganes-ID-366956797

## About the Role

You will lead a small team and drive architecture, verification, and CI/CD efforts.The role requires 7+ years in embedded software with leadership, strong C/C++, RTOS (FreeRTOS), 8? to 32?bit MCUs, Python scripting and Git workflows.
Fluent English is required; hybrid work in Madrid.
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## Description

IENAI SPACE in Madrid is seeking a Head of Embedded Systems and Software to own the architectural vision for the ATHENA propulsion system, from flight firmware to lab software.You will lead a small team and drive architecture, verification, and CI/CD efforts.The role requires 7+ years in embedded software with leadership, strong C/C++, RTOS (FreeRTOS), 8? to 32?bit MCUs, Python scripting and Git workflows.Fluent English is required; hybrid work in Madrid.#J-*****-Ljbffr


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