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# Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** STARFISH SPACE INC.
- **Location:** Tukwila, WA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $180,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Embedded Software, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9a82a8244d54f275

## About the Role

* 3+ years of experience working on embedded software products
 * Previous experience working with and creating HIL / PIL systems
 * Experience writing software for a variety of different compute hardware and architectures
 * Working knowledge of Python and C++
 * Must be a US person due to ITAR regulations (citizen, permanent resident, or designated asylee / refugee)
 * Willing to work from Tukwila, Washington
 * Capable of working a dynamic, fast paced startup environment
 * B.S. degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering or similar field

Preferred Experience

 * Previous experience in the aerospace industry is a plus, but not required

ITAR Requirements To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the 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.

## Description

Starfish's spacecraft requires high performance software; thus, we are looking for an embedded software engineer who can help us build core software technologies that will be used across a variety of Starfish satellite systems, including relative navigation, robotics, and grappling teams. This position will build software that controls the key technologies that allow Starfish's satellites to interact with other spacecraft and actuate a variety of proprietary mechanisms. This is an exciting chance to help build completely novel, new technology that will soon fly in space!


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