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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Embedded Software Systems Engineer - **Company:** SIDUS SPACE INC - **Location:** Cape Canaveral, FL, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Board Bringup, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Windows, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Systems Engineering, JIRA, UClibc (C Standard Library), Microsoft Outlook, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Programming Tools, Device Drivers, Embedded C, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Firmware, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), FreeRTOS, Hardware Description Language, Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards), Linux Kernel, PCI Express, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Software Systems, System on a Chip, Toolchain, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, USB, Verilog, VHSIC Hardware Description Language (VHDL), Fpga Hardware, Peripherals, Git, Yocto, Information Technology, Bare Metal, Build Tools, Software Version Control, Devsecops - **Published:** May 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=19babeb8f7e07f2c ## About the Role Do you have experience in Version control systems?, * Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. * 3 or more years of experience in embedded software development. * Strong C and C++ proficiency, with a working knowledge of modern embedded development practices (cross-compilation, toolchains, JTAG/SWD debugging, version control, code review) * Hands-on experience developing firmware for microcontrollers (e.g. STM32, NXP, TI, Microchip families) * Demonstrated experience writing bare-metal device drivers for common embedded interfaces: I²C, SPI, UART, CAN, GPIO * Experience with Linux at the systems level - userspace driver development against /dev, sysfs, /proc, character devices, and standard kernel APIs * Comfort reading datasheets, reference manuals, and schematics; ability to debug at the register level using oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and bus sniffers * Board bring-up experience: validating power, clocks, peripherals, and boot stages on new hardware * Experience with DevSecOPs, Git and JIRA with a demonstrated understanding. * Knowledge of Linux embedded software development including Firmware Images, Linux kernel configuration modules and user-space drivers. * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines. * Proficiency in Microsoft 365 including Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams. Desired Skills and Qualities * Linux kernel driver development (platform drivers, MFD, IRQ handling, DMA) * Real-time operating system experience (FreeRTOS, Zephyr, ThreadX, or similar) - task scheduling, IPC primitives, ISR design * FPGA development experience (Verilog/VHDL, HDL simulation, timing closure) or experience writing software that interfaces with FPGAs over PCIe, AXI, or memory-mapped registers * Experience with SoCs that combine FPGA fabric and a hard processor subsystem (Xilinx Zynq / Zynq UltraScale+, Microchip PolarFire SoC, Intel Agilex SoC, or similar) - including AXI interconnect partitioning, shared-memory schemes, and host - fabric DMA. * Familiarity with build systems for embedded Linux (Yocto, Buildroot) * Exposure to higher-speed serial interfaces (LVDS, MIPI, Ethernet) and related timing/integrity considerations. * Experience writing test harnesses and contributing to bring-up / qualification workflows for new hardware * Commitment to providing the highest quality products and services that meet or exceed the requirements and expectations of our customer, actively pursuing opportunities for continual improvement of service quality. * Able to multitask, prioritize tasks and projects, as well as manage time efficiently * Excellent oral and written communication skills * Ability to collaborate with many different teams/individuals to reach a common goal by building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation, maintaining positive and professional relationships, and contributing to a culture of teamwork. Physical Requirements * Sedentary Work - occasionally exerting up to 10 pounds of force to carry, lift, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves being stationary most of the time, sometimes requiring moving about the work center on concrete surfaces. * Computer Work - daily use of laptop, computer monitor screen, keyboard, and mouse, sometimes utilizing a headset with microphone & speakers., * All candidates selected will be subject to a background investigation and drug screen * To conform to U.S. Government International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. * Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. ## Description The Embedded Software Systems Engineer is a generalist who designs, develops, debugs, tests, and implements embedded software and systems. This role will join a multi-discipline, high performing team of Engineers., * Develop software and firmware source code in C/C++, Embedded C, and other languages. * Requires an understanding of common communication interfaces like SPI, I2C, USB, UART, and others. * Utilize version control, simulation, debugging, and other development tools. * Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware engineers. * Provide engineering support for testing, deployment, and updates. * Develop highly reliable software solutions based on the needs of the Engineering Team and mission. * Collaborate with the Engineering Team on architecture, design and code review. * Adhere to all Quality Management Systems standards and procedures * Treat all team members with respect and dignity ensuring a collaborative culture is continually developed and maintained. * Other duties as assigned** ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [Prototyping with Hardware and the Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/651-prototyping-with-hardware-and-the-web) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Integrate your Cognitive Assistant with 3rd-party DBs and software](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/249-integrate-your-cognitive-assistant-with-3rd-party-dbs-and-software) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Quick guide: How to write a Software Developer CV](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/37-quick-guide-how-to-write-a-software-developer-cv) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs)